§ 30-1271. Definitions.

The following words, terms and phrases, when used in this article, shall have the meanings ascribed to them in this section, except where the context clearly indicates a different meaning:

Tattoo means to mark or color the skin by pricking in coloring matter so as to form indelible marks or figures or by the production of scars; provided, however, the term "tattoo" shall not mean a tattoo placed upon the skin by a physician for medical identification purposes.

Tattoo artist means any person who actually performs the work of tattooing.

Tattoo establishment means any room or place where tattooing is practiced or where the business of tattooing is conducted or any part thereof.

Tattoo operator means any person who controls, operates, conducts or manages any tattoo establishment, whether actually performing the work of tattooing or not.

(Code 1977, § 14-6421)

Cross reference

Definitions generally, § 1-2.