Chapter 146B — Establishment License Procedures

146B.01 Definitions This section defines terms used in the body art establishment licensing law. Key terms include 'body art procedures' …

146B.02 Establishment License Procedures Anyone who wants to open, own, or operate a body art establishment in Minnesota must have an establishment license from …

146B.03 Licensure for Body Art Technicians Anyone who performs tattooing or body piercing in Minnesota must hold a valid license from the commissioner of health. A …

146B.04 Temporary Licensure for Guest Artists A visiting artist from outside Minnesota who wants to perform tattooing or piercing at a licensed Minnesota …

146B.05 Grounds for Denial of an Establishment License or Emergency Closure The commissioner of health may deny, suspend, or revoke an establishment license or order immediate closure for serious …

146B.06 Health and Safety Standards Body art establishments must meet specific physical facility standards. Procedure areas must be separated from other …

146B.07 Professional Standards Body art technicians must verify a client's age using valid government-issued photo ID before any procedure. Clients …

146B.08 Investigation and Grounds for Disciplinary Action The commissioner of health investigates signed complaints about violations of the body art licensing law. Grounds for …

146B.09 County or Municipal Regulation The state body art licensing law does not preempt or replace local county and city ordinances related to land use, …

146B.10 Fees This section sets the fees for body art licensing in Minnesota. The initial technician license and biennial renewal fee …