Pennsylvania Window Tinting Laws
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| Pennsylvania Window Tint Laws |
We have made every effort to provide you with accurate and up to date information regarding Pennsylvania window tinting laws. Please refer to you local authority for current Pennsylvania window tint law enforcement policies, including rules and regulations, as the final authority on Pennsylvania window tint law in your area.
PENNSYLVANIA WINDOW TINT LAW ALLOWS THE FOLLOWING DARKNESS FOR CAR WINDOW TINTING
The
darkness of tint is measured by (VLT%) Visible Light Transmission
percentage. In Pennsylvania window tint law, this percentage refers to
percentage of visible light allowed to pass through the combination of
film and the factory tint of the window.
Here is what is allowed in Pennsylvania window tint law:
Cars, Trucks and MPV *Note: MPV means Multi Passenger Vehicles which are Vans and SUVs
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| Windshield | Window tint is NOT allowed on the windshield. |
| Front Side Windows |
Must allow more than a total of 70% light in. Transmission through glass. |
| Back Side Windows | Must allow more than a total of 70% light in. Transmission through glass. *(MPVs allow any light transmission) |
| Rear Window | Must allow more than a total of 70% light in. Transmission through glass. *(MPVs allow any light transmission) |
HOW REFLECTIVE CAN THE TINT BE ON AUTO WINDOWS ACCORDING TO PENNSYLVANIA WINDOW TINT LAW?
Tinting film can contain
metallic elements (silver mirror look) that help to reflect incoming
light and reject the glare and heat generated by visible light.
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| Front Side Windows | Not regulated by state law. |
| Back Side Windows | Not regulated by state law. |
OTHER PENNSYLVANIA RULES AND REGULATIONS |
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| Restricted Colors | No colors of tint are explicitly banned. |
| Side Mirrors | Dual side mirrors are required if back window is tinted. |
| Certificate Requirements | Manufacturers of film do NOT need to certify the film they sell in the state. |
| Sticker Requirements | The sticker to identify legal tinting is required between the film and glass on the rear side window. |
| Medical Exemption | State allows medical exemptions for special tint. For more details about the specific terms of the exemption for window tinting, consult your state law. |
