West Virginia regulates tattoo artists and studios through the state health department.
Licensing & Training
- Artists must be licensed by the West Virginia Department of Health and Human Resources.
- Completion of a bloodborne pathogens and infection control training course is required.
- Artists must work under a licensed studio.
Studio & Health Regulations
- Studios must obtain a Body Art Facility License and undergo regular health inspections.
- Strict sterilization protocols, including autoclave sterilization, must be followed.
- Studios must maintain records of all tattoo procedures.
Age Restrictions
- Minors under 18 years old require written parental consent to receive a tattoo.
For official regulations, visit the West Virginia Department of Health and Human Resources.
