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Window Tinting Laws by State in the US

The automotive window tinting industry is one that has exploded over the last few years, and for good reason. Right there next to awesome vinyl wraps, stylish rims, and a sound system that shakes the world, tinted windows are in fact one of the most popular upgrades for youtr vehicle.

Whether it is for medical reasons, to provide comfort from the hot sun or simply cosmetic it is important to make sure that your window tint is legal according to your specific state’s guidelines.

At windowtintlaws.us it is our aim to not only provide you with up to date window tint laws by state, but we also want to help you pick the right tint brand, learn the benefits of tinting your windows, find a reputable window tint shop near you and even teach you how to DIY your window tint if you are feeling ambitious.

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HOW DARK CAN YOU TINT YOUR WINDOWS?

Window tinting laws vary state to state, window to window. This map illustrates the level of tint allowed on windows in all 50 states.

Tinting your windows is one of those awesome car upgrades that can actually make a positive difference not only for your comfort level while driving but can even provide many health benefits like protecting you from the sun’s UV rays and keeping you cool. Window tint is also widely used as a deterrent to potential thieves as it is difficult to see into your car with darker tinted windows.

While window tint offers many benefits, there are a few things that you must keep in mind. One issue is the fact that it may be difficult to see through your windows if your tint is too dark. Check out our window tint percentages page to preview what a certain percentage tint will look like.

Below you will see a brief overview of the different car window tinting laws and regulations by state. If you don’t understand what the Visible Light Transmission (VLT) percentages mean it can basically be summed up like this. The VLT % is telling you the percentage of light that will be allowed to pass through the window film. The lower the percentage the DARKER the tint. The higher the percentage the lighter the tint.

The information provided on this website is generic STATE window tint law information. Your specific district, county or city may have its own restrictions, exemptions or regulations. To be on the safe side you should verify any information you find on the internet yourself with your local DMV or other law enforcement authorities before tinting your car windows to avoid any potential headaches.

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Simply drag the slider below to select your window tint darkness (VLT) level, displayed as a percentage at the bottom.

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Car Window Tinting Laws By State:

Simply click the name of the state that you would like more tint laws information for and you will be taken to a full guide for the rules and regulations specific to that state. If you notice any incorrect data please let us know via our contact page.

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State Front Side Windows Back Side Windows Rear Windows Windshield
Alabama 32% 32% 32% 6 inches
Alaska 70% 40% 30% 5 inches
Arizona 33% ANY ANY tinting allowed to the top of the manufacturer’s as-1 line
Arkansas 25% 25% 10% 5 inches
California 70% ANY ANY 4 inches
Colorado 27% 27% 27% 4 inches
Connecticut 35% 35% ANY non-reflective tint above the as-1 line
Delaware 70% ANY ANY non-reflective tint above the as-1 line
Florida 28% 28% 28% non-reflective tint above the as-1 line
Georgia 32% 32% 32% 6 inches
Hawaii 32% 35% 35% no inch requirent, must allow 70% of light
Idaho 35% 20% 35% non-reflective tint above the as-1 line
Illinois 35% 35% 35% 6 inches
Indiana 30% 30% 30% non-reflective tint above the as-1 line
Iowa 70% ANY ANY non-reflective tint above the as-1 line
Kansas 35% 35% 35% non-reflective tint above the as-1 line
Kentucky 35% 18% 18% non-reflective tint above the as-1 line
Louisiana 40% 25% 12% non-reflective tint above the as-1 line
Maine 35% ANY ANY 4 inches
Maryland 35% 35% 35% 5 inches
Massachusetts 35% 35% 35% 6 inches
Michigan 4 inches ANY ANY 4 inches
Minnesota 50% 50% 50% ILLEGAL
Mississippi 28% 28% 28% non-reflective tint above the as-1 line
Missouri 35% ANY ANY non-reflective tint above the as-1 line
Montana 24% 14% 14% non-reflective tint above the as-1 line
Nebraska 35% 20% 20% 5 inches or as-1 line, whichever comes first
Nevada 35% ANY ANY non-reflective tint above the as-1 line
New Hampshire NONE 35% 35% 6 inches
New Jersey NONE ANY ANY ILLEGAL
New Mexico 20% 20% 20% 5 inches or as-1 line, whichever comes first
New York 70% 70% ANY 6 inches
North Carolina 35% 35% 35% non-reflective tint above the as-1 line
North Dakota 50% ANY ANY no more than 70%
Ohio 50% ANY ANY no more than 70%
Oklahoma 25% 25% 25% 5 inches or as-1 line, whichever comes first
Oregon 35% 35% 35% 6 inches
Pennsylvania 70% 70% 70% ILLEGAL
Rhode Island 70% 70% 70% non-reflective tint above the as-1 line
South Carolina 27% 27% 27% non-reflective tint above the as-1 line
South Dakota 35% 20% 20% non-reflective tint above the as-1 line
Tennessee 35% 35% 35% non-reflective tint above the as-1 line
Texas 25% 25% ANY 5 inches or as-1 line, whichever comes first
Utah 35% ANY ANY non-reflective tint above the as-1 line
Vermont NONE ANY 32% 32%
Virginia 50% 35% 35% non-reflective tint above the as-1 line
Washington 24% 24% 24% 6 inches
West Virginia 35% 35% 35% 5 inches
Wisconsin 50% 35% 35% non-reflective tint above the as-1 line
Wyoming 28% 28% 28% 5 inches or as-1 line, whichever comes first

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The information regarding window tinting laws contained on this website should by no means be used as legal advice. The information here should be used as a starting point for your own research and you should always confirm the data you find here with your local and state departments. It is ultimately your final say as to what the best course of action is for your circumstances. We are not lawyers. If you are interested in legal advice regarding window tint laws and traffic citations for your localized area we would be happy to refer you to some law firms. It is crucial that you not only understand the state laws but also your local municipal laws before you tint your car windows. You also must understand that just because a statute may clearly state one thing or another, that doesn't mean that all members of law enforcement will know the current ruling. This goes for lawyers and even judges too at times. The best prevention for a traffic citation is thorough research and although we do our best to keep these pages up to date, we are only human and sometimes miss the updates.

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