(a) For the purposes of this section, “tattoo paraphernalia” includes, but is not limited to, any equipment, design patterns or needles used or intended for use in tattooing, whether professionally made or homemade, with the intent to permanently mark or color the skin with any pigment, ink, or dye that leaves a visible scar on the skin.

Attorney's Note

Under the Tennessee Code, punishments for crimes depend on the classification. In the case of this section:
ClassPrisonFine
class A misdemeanorup to 11 monthsup to $2,500
For details, see Tenn. Code § 40-35-111

Terms Used In Tennessee Code 62-38-212

  • Person: includes a corporation, firm, company or association. See Tennessee Code 1-3-105
  • Tattoo: means any method of placing designs, letters, figures, symbols, cosmetics or any other marks under the skin of a person with ink or color by the aid of needles or instruments. See Tennessee Code 62-38-201
(b)

(1) Except when used or possessed with the intent to use by a person licensed under this part, it is unlawful for any person to use, or to possess with intent to use, tattoo paraphernalia.
(2) Any person who violates this subsection (b) commits a Class A misdemeanor.
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