Friday, April 24, 2015

Oregon Window Tint Laws

Oregon Window Tinting Laws

Oregon Window Tint Laws
Oregon Window Tinting Law Enacted: 2004

We have made every effort to provide you with accurate and up to date information regarding Oregon window tinting laws. Please refer to you local authority for current Oregon window tint law enforcement policies, including rules and regulations, as the final authority on Oregon window tint law in your area.

 

OREGON WINDOW TINT LAW ALLOWS THE FOLLOWING DARKNESS FOR CAR WINDOW TINTING

The darkness of tint is measured by (VLT%) Visible Light Transmission percentage. In Oregon 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. 

Window Tint Laws

Here is what is allowed in Oregon window tint law:

Cars, Trucks and MPV *Note: MPV means Multi Passenger Vehicles which are Vans and SUVs
Windshield Non-reflective tint is allowed on the top 6 inches of the windshield.
Front Side Windows Must allow more than a total of 35% light in. Transmission through glass.
Back Side Windows Must allow more than a total of 35% light in. Transmission through glass. *(MPVs allow any light transmission)
Rear Window Must allow more than a total of 35% light in. Transmission through glass. *(MPVs allow any light transmission)

 

HOW REFLECTIVE CAN THE TINT BE ON AUTO WINDOWS ACCORDING TO OREGON 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.
Front Side Windows Must not be more than a total of 13% reflective. Silver mirror look.
Back Side Windows Must not be more than a total of 13% reflective. Silver mirror look.

 

OTHER OREGON RULES AND REGULATIONS

Restricted Colors The tint colors of RED GREEN AMBER YELLOW BLACK are not allowed by state law.
Side Mirrors Dual side mirrors are required if back window is tinted.
Certificate Requirements Manufacturers of film need to certify the film they sell in the state. Ask your dealer if they are using certified film.
Sticker Requirements No sticker to identify legal tinting is required.
Medical Exemption Oregon 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.