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Tattoo Policy Notice for Police Applicants The Lewiston Police Department has a policy related to tattoos and body art. Applicants considering employment are to be aware that this policy will have a direct impact on eligibility for hiring. Tattoos or body art displaying the following are prohibited at all times: racism; sexism or sexually suggestive or explicit; obscenity or profane; gang or drug related; undermining City or department values; political in nature. Officers hired are prohibited from having tattoos visible on arms below the elbow or anywhere on their legs while on duty. Prohibited areas: Tattoos on the following body areas are prohibited: neck head face ears hands and fingers Note: There are very few exceptions for certain cosmetic applications of modest design which does not violate more specific department policy as written. Body Piercing and Disfigurements: Body piercing and intentional (decorative) disfigurement are prohibited from view. Note: There are exceptions for female police officers who may wear pierced earrings of modest design and does not violate more specific department policy as written.