Florida Window Tint Laws: Rules And Penalties (2026)

What Are Florida's Window Tint Laws?

Florida does not allow window tint on the windshield except for a sunscreen above the AS/1 line defined by federal law. State law allows window tint on the front side windows with a reflectivity of 25% or less and a transmittance of 28% or more. In other words, it must allow at least 72% of light through and cannot reflect more than 25% of the light hitting it.

The windows in the rear of the vehicle can also have tint. The film can have up to 35% reflectance. It must allow at least 15% of light to pass through. Minivans and SUVs can have films on their rear windows with up to 35% reflectance and light transmittance of 6% or more.

VLT Requirements for Different Vehicle Types

Florida window tint laws apply to all vehicles except the following:

• Law enforcement vehicles used in undercover or K9 operations
• Process server vehicles
• Private investigator vehicles

All other private vehicles must comply with Florida traffic laws.

Understanding Window Tint Reflection Limits

Reflectance refers to the amount of light that bounces off the film. Highly reflective films would prevent anyone from seeing through the window because it would look like a mirror. However, Florida window tint laws restrict reflectance to avoid producing glare.

Additional Rules and Regulations

Rear windows can have perforated window films, like sign wraps. They can also have curtains as long as they can be opened while driving. Finally, vehicles can have louvers on the rear windows as long as they do not block more than 50% of the driver’s visibility.

Medical Exemptions for Window Tinting

Vehicle owners can obtain a medical exemption for lupus, autoimmune diseases or other conditions that are worsened by light exposure. Medical exemptions are not transferable with the vehicle.

Penalties and Enforcement

Window tint violations are infractions punished by a fine of $30. No points are assessed, and violators do not face jail time because the violation is an infraction rather than a misdemeanor or felony.

A tint violation is correctable. If the vehicle owner has their tint repaired and inspected by a police officer, the court may reduce or waive the fine.

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