Tint Laws By State 2017: What You Need To Know

Window tinting is a popular way to improve the appearance of cars, reduce glare and heat, and increase privacy. However, each state has its own regulations regarding how dark tints can be and which windows can be tinted. Violating these laws can result in fines and even legal consequences.

Awareness

Before you have your car windows tinted, it’s important to be aware of your state’s tint laws. Even if you’re moving to a new state, it’s advisable to check the regulations to avoid any hassle later on.

Here’s a comprehensive guide to the 2017 tint laws by state:

Alabama

Alabama allows the front side windows to have a tint of up to 32%, while the back side and rear windows can be tinted as dark as you want. However, the windshield can only have a top strip of tint that does not extend below the AS-1 line.

Alaska

Alaska permits a tint of up to 70% on the front side windows, while the back side and rear windows can be as dark as you want. The windshield can also have a tinted top strip that does not go below the AS-1 line.

Arizona

In Arizona, the front side windows must allow at least 33% of light to pass through, while the back side and rear windows can be as dark as you want. The windshield can also have a tinted top strip that does not exceed 5 inches or go below the AS-1 line.

Arkansas

Arkansas allows a tint of up to 25% on the front side windows, while the back side and rear windows can be as dark as you want. The windshield can also have a tinted top strip that does not go below the AS-1 line.

California

California permits a tint of up to 70% on the front side windows, while the back side and rear windows can be as dark as you want. However, if the rear window is tinted, the car must have side mirrors that give a view behind the vehicle.

Colorado

Colorado allows a tint of up to 27% on the front side windows, while the back side and rear windows can be as dark as you want. The windshield can also have a tinted top strip that does not go below the AS-1 line.

Connecticut

Connecticut permits a tint of up to 35% on all windows, including the windshield. However, if the front side windows are tinted, the car must have side mirrors that give a view behind the vehicle.

Delaware

Delaware allows a tint of up to 70% on the front side windows, while the back side and rear windows can be as dark as you want. The windshield can also have a tinted top strip that does not exceed 5 inches or go below the AS-1 line.

Florida

Florida permits a tint of up to 28% on the front side windows, while the back side and rear windows can be as dark as you want. However, if the front side windows are tinted, the car must have side mirrors that give a view behind the vehicle.

Georgia

Georgia allows a tint of up to 32% on the front side windows, while the back side and rear windows can be as dark as you want. The windshield can also have a tinted top strip that does not go below the AS-1 line.

Hawaii

Hawaii permits a tint of up to 35% on the front side windows, while the back side and rear windows can be as dark as you want. The windshield can also have a tinted top strip that does not exceed 4 inches or go below the AS-1 line.

Idaho

In Idaho, the front side windows must allow at least 35% of light to pass through, while the back side and rear windows can be as dark as you want. The windshield can also have a tinted top strip that does not go below the AS-1 line.

Illinois

Illinois allows a tint of up to 35% on the front side windows, while the back side and rear windows can be as dark as you want. The windshield can also have a tinted top strip that does not go below the AS-1 line.

Indiana

Indiana permits a tint of up to 30% on the front side windows, while the back side and rear windows can be as dark as you want. The windshield can also have a tinted top strip that does not go below the AS-1 line.

Iowa

Iowa allows a tint of up to 70% on the front side windows, while the back side and rear windows can be as dark as you want. The windshield can also have a tinted top strip that does not go below the AS-1 line.

Kansas

Kansas permits a tint of up to 35% on the front side windows, while the back side and rear windows can be as dark as you want. The windshield can also have a tinted top strip that does not go below the AS-1 line.

Kentucky

In Kentucky, the front side windows must allow at least 35% of light to pass through, while the back side and rear windows can be as dark as you want. The windshield can also have a tinted top strip that does not go below the AS-1 line.

Louisiana

Louisiana allows a tint of up to 40% on the front side windows, while the back side and rear windows can be as dark as you want. The windshield can also have a tinted top strip that does not go below the AS-1 line.

Maine

Maine permits a tint of up to 35% on all windows, including the windshield. However, if the front side windows are tinted, the car must have side mirrors that give a view behind the vehicle.

Maryland

Maryland allows a tint of up to 35% on the front side windows, while the back side and rear windows can be as dark as you want. The windshield can also have a tinted top strip that does not exceed 5 inches or go below the AS-1 line.

Massachusetts

Massachusetts permits a tint of up to 35% on all windows, including the windshield. However, if the front side windows are tinted, the car must have side mirrors that give a view behind the vehicle.

Michigan

Michigan allows a tint of up to 35% on the front side windows, while the back side and rear windows can be as dark as you want. The windshield can also have a tinted top strip that does not exceed 4 inches or go below the AS-1 line.

Minnesota

Minnesota permits a tint of up to 50% on the front side windows, while the back side and rear windows can be as dark as you want. The windshield can also have a tinted top strip that does not exceed 5 inches or go below the AS-1 line.

Mississippi

Mississippi allows a tint of up to 28% on the front side windows, while the back side and rear windows can be as dark as you want. The windshield can also have a tinted top strip that does not go below the AS-1 line.

Missouri

Missouri permits a tint of up to 35% on the front side windows, while the back side and rear windows can be as dark as you want. The windshield can also have a tinted top strip that does not exceed 6 inches or go below the AS-1 line.

Montana

In Montana, the front side windows must allow at least 24% of light to pass through, while the back side and rear windows can be as dark as you want. The windshield can also have a tinted top strip that does not go below the AS-1 line.

Nebraska

Nebraska allows a tint of up to 35% on the front side windows, while the back side and rear windows can be as dark as you want. The windshield can also have a tinted top strip that does not go below the AS-1 line.

Nevada

Nevada permits a tint of up to 35% on the front side windows, while the back side and rear windows can be as dark as you want. The windshield can also have a tinted top strip that does not exceed 4 inches or go below the AS-1 line.

New Hampshire

New Hampshire allows a tint of up to 35% on all windows, including the windshield. However, if the