This bill amends and reenacts section 23-01-35 of the North Dakota Century Code, which governs tattooing, body piercing, branding, subdermal implants, and scarification. Key insertions include definitions for terms such as "body piercing," "branding," "scarification," "subdermal implant," and "tattooing," which clarify the practices covered under this law. The bill establishes that individuals must obtain a license from the department to operate facilities providing these services, and it outlines the application process, inspection requirements, and conditions for license renewal. Additionally, it specifies that facilities providing limited body piercing services may be exempt from certain regulations.

The bill introduces penalties for non-compliance, classifying the operation of an unlicensed facility or the practice of these services without adherence to the rules as a class B misdemeanor. It also empowers the department to issue cease and desist orders or seek court injunctions against violators without needing to prove actual damages. Furthermore, the department is granted authority to deny license applications or take disciplinary actions against license holders who fail to comply with the law or departmental rules. Overall, the bill aims to enhance regulation and safety standards in the tattooing and body modification industry in North Dakota.

Statutes affected:
PREFILED: 23-01-35
Enrollment: 23-01-35
INTRODUCED: 23-01-35