FLORIDA WINDOW TINT LAW ALLOWS THE FOLLOWING DARKNESS FOR CAR WINDOW TINTING
The darkness of
tint is measured by (VLT%) Visible Light Transmission percentage. In
Florida 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 Florida window tint law:
Cars, Trucks and MPV *Note: MPV means Multi Passenger Vehicles which are Vans and SUVs
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| Windshield |
Non-reflective tint is allowed along the top of the windshield above the manufacturer's AS-1 line. |
| Front Side Windows |
Must allow more than a total of 28% light in. Transmission through glass. |
| Back Side Windows |
Must allow more than a total of 15% light in. Transmission through glass. *(MPVs allow 6% light transmission) |
| Rear Window |
Must allow more than a total of 15% light in. Transmission through glass. *(MPVs allow 6% light transmission) |
HOW REFLECTIVE CAN THE TINT BE ON AUTO WINDOWS ACCORDING TO FLORIDA 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 |
Must not be more than a total of 25% reflective. Silver mirror look. |
| Back Side Windows |
Must not be more than a total of 35% reflective. Silver mirror look. |
OTHER FLORIDA RULES AND REGULATIONS
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| Restricted Colors |
ALL 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 on the inside of the driver’s side doorjamb. |
| Medical Exemption |
Florida window tint law allows medical exemptions
for special tint. For more details about the specific terms of the
exemption for window tinting, consult your state law. |
