What is the legal age to get a Tattoo in the state of Alabama?

Alritey then, this one is right up my alley, being as I am a tattooist in the glorius state of Alabama.

The age to get a tattoo, without parental consent, is 18 yrs. of age. Now with parental consent, there is literally no bottom end. In other Words if a child can make a check mark, sign his name and date the paper, he or she could get a tattoo or piercing, as long as the parents are present! I am totally at odds with this as most 6-7 yr. olds could perform these tasks, and they certainly are too young!

This is why I have a sign on my tattoo shop door that says You must be 16 to get any procedure done in this facility. Baron's law, not Alabama's. When we asked four years ago why regulations are being forced upon us, the answer was "To protect the children".

Forgive my rant here....Hope this helps.