I wonder if there would be a way to let Beth know about this, see if she'd be willing to consider doing a small donation like she does for the comic book fund? Or are they too stretched on donations already, with the ones they have? I'd buy a bottle just to be able to donate. Would it be too forward to drop an email to the Lab and mention it to them? I have a feeling this kind of injustice would be as close to Beth's heart as it is mine. I've got 3 (had 4) tats, got piercings too. (**Edited: I couldn't go to bed without emailing the Lab about it. I feel really silly doing that but I don't think it should have waited while I wrestled with my shyness).

Here is the long version Linkie Thingie

Here is a recent update

Short version: a tattooist/piercer in UT is being harrassed because she refused to tattoo an under-age minor without a parent present. She even refused to sell the supplies so they couldn't pierce themselves. The minor has complained to the cops in this tiny po-dunk town saying that she and friends were able to view the shop's genital piercing book. Never mind that the "witness" story has changed several times. This book isn't left out for people to just view. Regardless, the cops have raided the parlor, taken a bunch of flash (come on, semi-nude fairies???) as well as the book. Unfortunate for the parlor, a couple of 17 year olds snuck in and got a tat. The receptionist didn't notice, the guys signed paperwork swearing they were over 18. The parents didn't really mind but did their 'civic duty' (this is UT remember) and reported it to the cops. This has been brought up in the recent charges against the tattooist. She has a 2 year old.

Please spread the word. If you are able to, donate $1 or more to the legal defence fund. I've donated $15.00. It isn't much but hopefully every dollar will help.