Summary
- Oregon tint laws are more restrictive than those in many states
- Breaking the law may lead to a $360 fine
- If you receive a ticket, an attorney could help you fight it
Few states have the combination of breathtaking natural beauty and vibrant culture that Oregon boasts. Whether you want to explore Mount Hood or take in Portland’s craft beer scene, there’s something for everyone.
As you travel around the state, you might wish you could reduce some of the sun’s glare through your windows. Tinting your windows may help, but Oregon window tint laws strictly limit how dark your windows can be. Here’s a closer look.
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Window Tint Darkness Limits in Oregon
Like most states, Oregon regulates the use of window tint to reduce the risk of accidents. These are the tint laws that apply to sedans:
- Windshields: Tint (non-reflective) allowed on top 6”
- Front Side Windows: Must allow at least 35% of light through (≥ 35% VLT)
- Back Side Windows: Must allow at least 35% of light through (≥ 35% VLT)
- Rear Windows: Must allow at least 35% of light through (≥ 35% VLT)
The Oregon window tint laws applied to vans and SUVs are somewhat different:
- Windshields: Tint (non-reflective) allowed on top 6”
- Front Side Windows: Must allow at least 35% of light through (≥ 35% VLT)
- Back Side Windows: Any tint
- Rear Windows: Any tint
The abbreviation “VLT” stands for “visible light transmission.” Because it indicates how much light can pass through the tint, higher VLT values indicate lighter tints.
Window Tint Reflection Limits in Oregon
Oregon doesn’t allow window tint to be more than 13% reflective.
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Other Tint Regulations in Oregon
Oregon imposes a few additional restrictions on window tint. Manufacturers must certify any tint film they sell in Oregon, and you may not install tint that is amber, gold, red, yellow or black.
Penalties for Illegal Tint in Oregon
Getting pulled over for suspected illegal tint can be inconvenient and costly. Violations of Oregon window tint laws are Class B traffic violations, and a first offense can lead to a fine of $360. Subsequent offenses may lead to higher fines.
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Need Legal Help With Tint Violations?
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Frequently Asked Questions
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Possibly. Some insurance companies in Oregon may increase your average car insurance cost per month after a tint ticket. Darker windows may make it harder for you to see the road and increase your chances of getting into an accident—and that makes you riskier to insure.
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Generally, no. Tint violations are traffic infractions as opposed to crimes, so you shouldn’t be taken into custody for a tint violation alone.
