HOW
DARK CAN WINDOW TINT BE IN FLORIDA?
Darkness of tint
is measured by Visible Light Transmission
percentage (VLT%). In Florida, this percentage
refers to percentage of visible light allowed
in through the combination of film and the
window. |
|
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 28% of light in. |
| Back Side Windows |
Must allow more than 15% of light in. |
| Rear Window |
Must allow more than 15% of light in. |
|
HOW
REFLECTIVE CAN THE TINT BE IN FLORIDA?
Similar to sunglass
lenses, some tinting film contain metallic elements
that help in reflecting incoming light and reducing
the glare and heat generated by visible light.
|
| Front Side Windows |
Must not be more than 25% reflective. |
| Back Side Windows |
Must not be more than 25% reflective. |
|
| OTHER
FLORIDA 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 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 drivers
side doorjamb. |
| Medical Exemption |
State allows medical exemptions for special
tint. For more details about the specific terms
of the exemption, consult your state law. |