Florida Window Tint Law

Florida Window Tint Law Enacted: 2005

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

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:
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.
Rear Window	Must allow more than a total of 15% light in. Transmission through glass.
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.
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
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.