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    I have seen a couple post on here about tint laws. Here is a link to a site that you can get in depth info for each state. Hope this helps .

    Welcome to TintLaws.com

    Here is some info from the site for quick reference.

    STATE FRONT SIDES REAR SIDES BACK WINDOW VISOR NET/FILM

    AL 32% 32% 32% 6" NET
    AK 70% 40% 40% 5" NET
    AZ 33% ANY% ANY% AS1 NET
    AR 25% 25% 10% 5" NET
    CA 70% ANY% ANY% 4" NET
    CO* 27% 27% 27% 4" NET
    CO* NO% ANY% ANY% 4" NET
    CT 35% 35% ANY% AS1 NET
    DE 70% ANY% ANY% AS1 NET
    FL 28% 15% 15% AS1 NET
    GA 32% 32% 32% 6" NET
    HI 35% 35% 35% 4" NET
    ID 35% 20% 35% AS1 FILM
    IL NO ANY% ANY% 6" NET
    IN 30% 30% 30% AS1 ?
    IA 70% ANY% ANY% AS1 NET
    KS 35% 35% 35% AS1 NET
    KY 35% 18% 18% AS1 FILM
    LA 40% 25% 12% AS1 NET
    MA 35% 35% 35% 6" NET
    ME 50% 50% 50% 4" FILM
    MD 35% 35% 35% 5" NET
    MI ? ANY% ANY% 4" NET
    MN 50% 50% 50% NO ?
    MO 35% ANY% ANY% AS1 NET
    MS 28% 28% 28% AS1 NET
    MT 35% 20% 20% AS1 FILM
    NE 35% 20% 20% AS1 OR 5" FILM
    NV 35% ANY% ANY% AS1 NET
    NH NO 35% 35% 6" NET
    NJ NO ANY% ANY% NO NET
    NM 20% 20% 20% AS1 OR 5" NET
    NY 70% 70% ANY% 6" NET
    NC 35% 35% 35% AS1 NET
    ND 50% ANY% ANY% 70% NET
    OH 50% ANY% ANY% 70% NET
    OK 25% 25% 25% AS1 OR 5" NET
    OR 35% 35% 35% 6" NET
    PA 70% 70% 70% NO NET
    RI 70% 70% 70% AS1 NET
    SC 27% 27% 27% AS1 NET
    SD 35% 20% 20% AS1 NET
    TN 35% 35% 35% AS1 NET
    TX 25% 25% ANY% AS1 OR 5" NET
    UT 43% ANY% ANY% AS1 NET
    VT NO ANY% ANY% AS1 NET
    VA 50% 35% 35% AS1 NET
    WA 70% 70% 50% 6" FILM
    WV 35% 35% 35% 5" NET
    WI 50% 35% 35% AS1 NET
    WY 28% 28% 28% AS1 OR 5" NET
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    and since there are canadians here too

    PROVINCE
    TYPE | WINDSHEILD | F. SIDE | B. SIDE (car) | B. SIDE (MPV) | REAR (car) | REAR (MPV) | L&R MIRR. | CERTIF. | STCKR/ LOC | MEDICAL |

    ALBERTA
    FILM | 15 CM | NO | ANY | ANY | ANY | ANY | YES | NO | NO | NO

    BRITISH COLUMBIA
    FILM | 7.5 CM | NO | ANY | ANY | ANY | ANY | YES | NO | NO | NO

    MANITOBA
    NET | 15 CM | 45 | 30 | ANY | 35 | ANY | YES | NO | NO | NO

    NEW BRUNSWICK
    FILM | NO | NO | ANY | ANY | ANY | ANY | YES | NO | NO | NO

    NEWFOUNDLAND
    FILM | 15 CM | VAGUE | ANY | ANY | ANY | ANY | YES | NO | NO | NO

    NOVA SCOTIA
    FILM | 15 CM | NO | NO | NO | NO | NO | NO | NO | NO | NO

    ONTARIO
    FILM | 15 CM | VAGUE | ANY | ANY | ANY | ANY | YES | NO | NO | NO

    PRINCE EDWARD
    FILM | 15 CM | NO | ANY | ANY | ANY | ANY | YES | NO | NO | NO

    QUEBEC
    NET | 15 CM | 70 | ANY | ANY | ANY | ANY | YES | NO | NO | NO

    SASKATCHEWAN
    FILM | 15 CM | NO | ANY | ANY | ANY | ANY | YES | NO | NO| NO

    EXPLANATION OF THE STATE LAW SUMMARY CHART

    KEY

    Type= Film (LT % refers to the film itself).

    Net (LT % refers to the combined LT of film & glass).
    Vague (language is unclear, legislative intent is unclear, or interpretation is uncertain, any information following is subject to change or interpretation).

    Windshield = Presumably, NR tinting is permitted above the AS-1 line. If the law specifies only the AS-1 line, AS-1 appears. If AS-1 or specified inches appears, the AS-1 is assumed and only the number at inches down appears.

    (Note: NR is used in lieu of "No, Any, or a specific percentage" when the law permits unspecified "non-obstructive" or "Transparent" tinting materials. In these cases, the legality of tinting inevitably depends upon each officer's discretion).

    Front Sides = No film, or the actual percentage of LT Permitted. (Note: Because they may vary from state to state, manufacturer's tolerances (i.e. + / - 3% LT) are not listed on this chart, nor are they included in these LT numbers).

    MPV = Multi-Purpose Vehicle. A vehicle used for passengers on a truck chassis.

    Back Sides = No film, or the actual percentage of LT permitted.

    Rear = No film, or the actual percentage of LT permitted.

    Mirrors (Left & Right required outside) = Yes or No.

    (Note: Usually, a Yes means that dual outside mirrors are required if the back window is to be tinted).

    Certification Required: Yes or No.

    (Note: This refers to a requirement for manufacturers to certify the films they plan to sell before shipping them into the state).

    Stckr/Loc- (Sticker/Location).

    No (no sticker is required).

    Rec (sticker recommended).

    Specific (the state requires unique language & design, which may entail precise wording and sizing).

    (1) Driver (the sticker is required between the film and glass on the driver's side window).

    (2) Door (the sticker is required on the inside of the driver's side doorjamb).

    (3) All (the sticker should be put between the film and glass on each tinted window).

    Recommended (due to "officer discretion," a sticker can help officers identify legal tint more easily).

    Locations: Driver's window, All windows tinted with film; or Driver's left door jamb

    Medical Exemption: Yes or No.

    (Note: For more details about the specific terms of the exemption consult the law).

    Important:

    This summary chart of state aftermarket tint law information is not a legal document. It is the result of independent research, using several sources, of public state documents. Window tinting laws vary from state to state and province to province. Before applying any window tinting materials, installers should thoroughly review the appropriate state regulations as well as local enforcement policies to insure compliance with all applicable standards.
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    and that is weird... because this site is telling me different information than the one you posted.
    Washington Window Tint Law - TintCenter.com compared to Welcome to TintLaws.com

    i heard that the first one is the law from a few buddies that live in WA
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    I vote this be stickied somewhere or put up where everyone has access to it, but formatted a bit so it would be easier to read.
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    Wasn,t to sure where to put it. Figured someone would know and move it. Sorry for not having the Laws for Canada with it. This is only one of the many sites and I am sure there is going to be some differences on each on. I was just trying to help and give some idea for the ones looking at going dark on there windows.
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    note that most of the laws posted online are not too current, check locally with a tint shop, they have all current information
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    I KNEW IT! IL you can use 2.5% if u wanted to on the rear window n rear sides just nothing on the front sides or windshield I TOLD YOU GUYS haha. Also headlight and taillight covers are technically illegal i was talking to a cop tonight "i was following some1 that got pulled over for a stop sign roll" and simply asked him about it he said technically it is illegal ro modify head or tail lights but he wasnt really strict on it he said to me that there are some cops out there that WILL pull you over for em.....
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    Quote Originally Posted by GTPJOE90 View Post
    I KNEW IT! IL you can use 2.5% if u wanted to on the rear window n rear sides just nothing on the front sides or windshield I TOLD YOU GUYS haha. Also headlight and taillight covers are technically illegal i was talking to a cop tonight "i was following some1 that got pulled over for a stop sign roll" and simply asked him about it he said technically it is illegal ro modify head or tail lights but he wasnt really strict on it he said to me that there are some cops out there that WILL pull you over for em.....

    You will have more to worry about from the Insurance companies. If a person rear ends you and it is brought to light that you had your tail lights tinted, your insurance company will not cover you, nor will the person's insurance company cover you. Infact they will go after you as being the AT FAULT driver though you were the one who got hit.

    That is something you have to seriously consider before tinting your tail lights.

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    good job terry!! This was an awesome idea!!
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    Quote Originally Posted by GeddyLee View Post
    You will have more to worry about from the Insurance companies. If a person rear ends you and it is brought to light that you had your tail lights tinted, your insurance company will not cover you, nor will the person's insurance company cover you. Infact they will go after you as being the AT FAULT driver though you were the one who got hit.

    That is something you have to seriously consider before tinting your tail lights.
    wouldnt matter actually, the person who rear ends the other is ALWAYS at fault no matter what. i once hit a guy back when i first got my license when i turned 16 and he no brake lights at all, he was in an old 65 mustang again no tails at all, he slams his brakes and i hit him, i was at fault according to the police report. its been my understanding that if you hit someone its always your fault no matter if a guy rear ends you and you rear end the guy in front of you because of it, the laws are all faulty , and F$#k insurance companies too they are all scandalous.


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    Quote Originally Posted by GTX View Post
    wouldnt matter actually, the person who rear ends the other is ALWAYS at fault no matter what. i once hit a guy back when i first got my license when i turned 16 and he no brake lights at all, he was in an old 65 mustang again no tails at all, he slams his brakes and i hit him, i was at fault according to the police report. its been my understanding that if you hit someone its always your fault no matter if a guy rear ends you and you rear end the guy in front of you because of it, the laws are all faulty , and F$#k insurance companies too they are all scandalous.
    I work in insurance claims - if you are involved in a multi-vehicle rear end situation as described above - the person who rear ended you and pushed you into someone else will have the majority % of fault - you may have some for not ensuring clear distance and such, but what we do is seek to be advocates for our insured - it's all a matter of who was were and what happened though - each accident is different.
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    Thanks. I try to help.
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    Yea I hate Minnesota's tint laws, looks like one of the worst on the list. Just a stupid law IMHO.
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    Quote Originally Posted by GTP00Matt View Post
    Yea I hate Minnesota's tint laws, looks like one of the worst on the list. Just a stupid law IMHO.
    At least your not at 70% like RI, that's gotta suck
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    yeah im not going to tamper with my tails only maybe get clear corners for the fronts in the future.
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    Hey Joe, if you want a tinted headlight look on the front and not have to bother with taking off and putting them on, you can get the headlights and corners with the black housings. Just a thought. Of course I now you'll have to save up the money. Check ebay for that too.
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    Let me first say.....First Post wOOt!!!!!

    but I live in ny and their laws say 70,70 any, and MA laws say 35,35, 35, so If I go to MA to have the tint work done is it still legal in NY?
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    No. It still goes by the state the vehicle is registered in.
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    s.c. does not enforce tint laws...just for the record
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