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EPISODE · Jun 22, 2026 · 3 MIN

Prison tattoo program gives participants skills while reducing risk

from Morning Edition · host Rebecca A Smith

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.

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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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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