Historic Change After 30 Years! South Korea Legalizes Tattoo Procedures by Non-Medical Professionals 🎉
I was truly surprised when I heard this news! 😮 After more than 30 years of controversy, it's a truly historic moment that non-medical professionals can now legally perform tattoo procedures in South Korea. We look forward to the positive impact this change will bring to our society and art scene! 😊
Hello everyone! Today, I want to share some incredibly surprising and welcome news with you all. 💖
This is news that many have been curious about and have long awaited. It is that tattoo procedures by non-medical professionals have been legalized in South Korea! 🥳
A Legal Vacuum of Over 30 Years Finally Comes to an End
This decision is deeply significant as it puts an end to a controversy that has persisted for over 30 years since the Supreme Court ruling in 1992. Previously in South Korea, tattoo procedures were considered medical acts, meaning that individuals who were not medical professionals could face legal penalties for performing them. 😮
As a result, most tattoo artists had to operate under legal uncertainty, which also imposed significant restrictions on artists' freedom of creative expression.
Passage of the 'Tattooist Act' Heralds a New Beginning
However, with the 'Tattooist Act' passing the plenary session of the National Assembly, a path has opened for non-medical tattooists to be legally recognized and obtain licenses. 👏
It is reported that many tattooists campaigned to ensure they could practice freely without unjust censorship or persecution until this law was passed. It was a truly remarkable and moving process.
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Artists' Tears and Gratitude
Upon hearing the news of the bill's passage, Lim Bo-ran, the president of the Korean Tattoo Federation, reportedly shed tears, saying it felt like a dream. 😭 His words, "I am so overwhelmed I can barely speak. I am truly grateful," convey the immense difficulties they have endured over the years and the overwhelming emotions that followed.
The Reality of Facing Punishment for 30 Years
From 1992 until the law was revised, individuals who performed tattoo procedures without a medical license could face up to 5 years in prison or a fine of 50 million KRW (approximately $35,000 USD, £28,000 GBP). 😥
While precise statistics were not compiled, it is estimated that many tattoo artists went through difficult times due to this. It is truly fortunate that they can now pursue their talents with peace of mind, free from such worries.
Our Attitude Towards Embracing Change
Tattoo is now recognized as an art genre beyond just body modification. It is also an important means of expressing individual identity. 🎨
We are truly looking forward to seeing if this amendment to the law can serve as an opportunity for the South Korean tattoo industry to become more professional and develop, and for tattooists' creativity to be expressed more broadly!
What are your thoughts on South Korea's legalization of tattoo procedures? Please feel free to share your opinions in the comments! 👇
We hope this change becomes a warm ray of sunshine for artists who had to work outside the legal framework for so long, and we cheer for their wonderful future endeavors! ✨