HOW
DARK CAN WINDOW TINT BE IN ILLINOIS?
Darkness of tint
is measured by Visible Light Transmission
percentage (VLT%). In Illinois, this percentage
refers to percentage of visible light allowed
in through the combination of film and the
window. |
| •
Windshield |
Non-reflective tint is allowed
on the top 6 inches of the windshield. |
| • Front Side Windows |
No tint can be applied legally to this window. |
| • Back Side Windows |
Any darkness can be used. |
| • Rear Window |
Any darkness can be used. |
|
HOW
REFLECTIVE CAN THE TINT BE IN ILLINOIS?
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 be non-reflective, state law is not
specific about what this means. |
| • Back Side Windows |
Must be non-reflective, state law is not
specific about what this means. |
|
| OTHER
ILLINOIS 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 |
No sticker to identify legal tinting is
required. |
| • Medical Exemption |
State allows medical exemptions for special
tint. For more details about the specific terms
of the exemption, consult your state law. |