New Mexico Window Tint Law

New Mexico Window Tint Law Enacted: 1997

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

NEW MEXICO WINDOW TINT LAW ALLOWS THE FOLLOWING DARKNESS FOR CAR WINDOW TINTING The darkness of tint is measured by (VLT%) Visible Light Transmission percentage. In New Mexico 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 New Mexico window tint law:
Windshield	Non-reflective tint is allowed along the top of the windshield above the manufacturer's AS-1 line OR on the top 5 inches of the windshield.
Front Side Windows	Must allow more than a total of 20% light in. Transmission through glass.
Back Side Windows	Must allow more than a total of 20% light in. Transmission through glass.
Rear Window	Must allow more than a total of 20% light in. Transmission through glass.
HOW REFLECTIVE CAN THE TINT BE ON AUTO WINDOWS ACCORDING TO NEW MEXICO 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	Not referenced in state laws.
Back Side Windows	Not referenced in state laws.
OTHER NEW MEXICO RULES AND REGULATIONS
Restricted Colors	The tint colors of RED AMBER YELLOW 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	The sticker to identify legal tinting is required between the film and glass on each tinted window.
Medical Exemption	New mexico 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.