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Maine Window Tinting Laws

Maine Window Tinting Law Enacted: 2007

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

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

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

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Here is what is allowed in Maine window tint law:

Cars, Trucks and MPVs *Note: MPV means Multi Passenger Vehicles which are Vans and SUVs
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 35% light in.
Back Side Windows Must allow more than a total of 35% light in. *(MPVs may use any darkness of tint.)
Rear Window Must allow more than a total of 35% light in. *(MPVs may use any darkness of tint.)

HOW REFLECTIVE CAN THE TINT BE ON AUTO WINDOWS ACCORDING TO MAINE 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 be non-reflective.
Back Side Windows Must be non-reflective.

OTHER MAINE RULES AND REGULATIONS
Restricted Colors No colors of tint are explicitly banned.
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 Maine 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.

These are the current Maine Window Tint Laws. Find Window Tint Laws for other states by ( clicking here )