Louisiana Window Tinting Laws
Window tint darkness in Louisiana
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 Louisiana 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 or top 5 inches.
- Front Side windows: Must allow more than 40% of light in.
- Back Side windows: Must allow more than 25% of light in.
- Rear Window: Must allow more than 12% of light in.
Tint darkness for SUV and vans:
- Windshield: Non-reflective tint is allowed above the manufacturer's AS-1 line or top 5 inches.
- Front Side windows: Must allow more than 40% of light in.
- Back Side windows: Any darkness can be used.
- Rear Window: Any darkness can be used.
Window tint reflection in Louisiana
Window tint can reflect incoming light and reduce glare and heat. Louisiana 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 20% reflective.
- Back Side windows: Must not be more than 20% reflective.
Tint reflection for SUV and vans:
- Front Side windows: Must not be more than 20% reflective.
- Back Side windows: Must not be more than 20% reflective.
Other Louisiana window tint rules and regulations:
Louisiana does have several other important laws, rules and regulations pertaining to window tinting. They include the following:
- Side Mirrors: No restrictions.
- Restricted Colors: Red or amber are not permitted.
- Certificates: Manufacturers of film must certify the film they sell in the state. Ask your dealer if they are using certified film.
- Stickers: The sticker to identify legal tinting is required between the film and glass on the driver’s side window.
- Medical Exceptions: Louisiana law does NOT allow any medical exemptions that would allow you use special tint.
- Penalties: $150 for first offense, $250 for second offense, $350 for subsequent offenses.