Business Licensing & Operations in Kings County, CA (2026)

2 county-level rules, plus city-specific rules for 1 city in Kings County, California.

Verified from official government sources

Note: These county rules apply to unincorporated areas of Kings County. If you live within an incorporated city, that city's own rules apply: see the city list below.

Tattoo & Body Modification

Tattoo shops in unincorporated Kings County are licensed and inspected by the county health department, with detailed sterilization, sanitation and age rules set out in Sec. 15-113.

Kings County Tattoo Establishment Health Rules

Some Restrictions

Kings County Code § 15-113(2)

All instruments, including the needles used in tattooing human beings shall be wrapped, and sterilized by steam in an autoclave with at least 15 pounds of pressure per square inch for at least 15 minutes at 240 degrees Fahrenheit before each use.

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Secondhand Dealers

Junk and secondhand dealers in unincorporated Kings County must be licensed by the sheriff, submit to fingerprinting, and keep detailed daily transaction records for two years.

Kings County Secondhand and Junk Dealer License

Significant Restrictions

Kings County Code § 15-80

For the purpose of this article, the sheriff shall serve as the investigating agency. In addition to the requirements contained in section 15-8 of this chapter, the sheriff shall photograph and fingerprint the applicant.

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Business Licensing & Operations by City in Kings County

1 cities in Kings County have their own business licensing & operations rules. Each link goes to that city's dedicated page with code citations.

HanfordPop. 59,606

5 verified rules • Adult Entertainment, Massage Establishments

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