Hi. Thanks for reaching out to us with your question. In New York State you must be 18 years old with valid government issued photo ID to receive a tattoo. This law carries through out all of the state and not just here in Buffalo.
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I dont believe you can get a tattoo at 17 without the consent of you're parents. If you want one before 18 you need them to go with you... But as someone with a tattoo I suggest against getting any at 17.
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