Also not a pro, so if you want you can just delete.

The piercer I go to does minors only if the parent produces a birth certificate showing they're the parent, and both parties need photo identification. I don't think she typically does anyone under 14 though, and no genitals or nipples until they're 18. Pretty good policies, if you ask me.                                                             

I don't know how I missed this topic...

I pierce minors.  I require the parent to sign a release form and be present during the procedure.  I also require a birth certificate or court documentation in the case of guardianship, a state-issued photo ID or passport for the parent/guardian, and a photo ID for the minor (I allow school ID's for the minor).  I make a copy of all these documents and keep them on file with the release form.

I won't do any kind of genital or nipple piercings on minors, and I don't do anything I consider an "advanced" piercing ie. surface, microdermals, cheeks, etc.  I don't have a specific cut-off for any particular piercing, but my general cut-off is 14, except for ears.  I will pierce earlobes on anyone old enough to specifically ask for it, understand the procedure, understand the importance of proper care, and sit still while I'm doing the procedure.  I will do basic helix piercings younger than 14 as well, depending on the circumstances. 

I don't give a specific age for each piercing because I do every minor piercing on a case-by-case basis.  I feel like blanket policies open me up to a lot of headache, because it's much harder to say no when you told the minor yes on the phone.  When minors come in with the mindset that their attitude, ability to listen, and ability to follow instructions is what makes my decision, it's generally a more pleasant experience for all involved :)

thats exactly my point, over here we have loads of hair salons / barbers who literally use those "guns" for all sorts like nose, helix, and tragus piercings even had a client who had said that of of them pierced her naval using one. I would much rather a client to have a much higher standard / more hygenic piercing be they a minor or not rather than send them away to get butchered  by the hands of a complete idiot. Gives me a much better piece of mind!

and i definately dont see any wrong in it at all considering all the forms are in order and parents are present to consent

thats an awesome policy man, i wish the UK had more regulations in force like that, including the seperate forms etc. its a very safe way to work not jst for the artist but for the client too!

I do pierce minors 12 and under I will not touch.

Edited by vampire311 - June/11/2011 at 11:16pm