Indiana Window Tinting Laws
Window tint darkness in Indiana
The percent of visible light allowed through your car windows is called VLT: Visible Light Transmission. The percentage of light allowed through your film and glass in Indiana is very specific and different for sedan cars and SUV cars or vans.
Tint darkness for sedans:
- Windshield: Non-reflective tint is allowed above the manufacturer's AS-1 line.
- Front Side windows: Must allow more than 30% of light in.
- Back Side windows: Must allow more than 30% of light in.
- Rear Window: Must allow more than 30% of light in.
Tint darkness for SUV and vans:
- Windshield: Non-reflective tint is allowed above the manufacturer's AS-1 line.
- Front Side windows: Must allow more than 30% of light in.
- Back Side windows: Any darkness can be applied several (unspecified) inches from the top of the window.
- Rear Window: Any darkness can be applied several (unspecified) inches from the top of the window.
Window tint reflection in Indiana
Window tint can reflect incoming light and reduce glare and heat. Indiana window tint law permits a certain window reflection when using a tint so make sure you pay attention to this as well.
Tint reflection for sedans:
- Front Side windows: Must not be more than 25% reflective.
- Back Side windows: Must not be more than 25% reflective.
Tint reflection for SUV and vans:
- Front Side windows: Must not be more than 25% reflective.
- Back Side windows: Must not be more than 25% reflective.
Other Indiana window tint rules and regulations:
Indiana does have several other important laws, rules and regulations pertaining to window tinting. They include the following:
- Side Mirrors: No restrictions.
- Restricted Colors: No colors of tint are explicitly banned in Indiana state.
- Certificates: Manufacturers of film need to certify the film they sell in Indiana. Ask your dealer if they are using certified film.
- Stickers: No sticker to identify legal tinting is required.
- Medical Exceptions: Indiana state allows medical exemptions for special tint.
- Penalties: Class A or Class C infraction.