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Prison tattoo program gives participants skills while reducing risk

KBIA | By Rebecca A Smith
Published June 22, 2026 at 4:52 AM EDT

A new program in Missouri allows people serving time in prison to earn a tattoo license while also reducing the risk of infections and illness from contraband tattoos.

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