Missouri Window Tinting Laws
Window tint darkness in Missouri
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 Missouri 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 35% of light in.
- Back Side windows: Any darkness can be used.
- Rear Window: Any darkness can be used.
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 35% of light in.
- Back Side windows: Any darkness can be used.
- Rear Window: Any darkness can be used.
Window tint reflection in Missouri
Window tint can reflect incoming light and reduce glare and heat. Missouri 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 35% reflective.
- Back Side windows: Must not be more than 35% reflective.
Tint reflection for SUV and vans:
- Front Side windows: Must not be more than 35% reflective.
- Back Side windows: Must not be more than 35% reflective.
Other Missouri window tint rules and regulations:
Missouri does have several other important laws, rules and regulations pertaining to window tinting. They include the following:
- Side Mirrors: Dual side mirrors are required only if back window is tinted.
- Restricted Colors: No colors of tint are explicitly banned.
- Certificates: Manufacturers of film do NOT need to certify the film they sell in Missouri.
- Stickers: No sticker to identify legal tinting is required.
- Medical Exceptions: Missouri allows medical exemptions for special tint. For more details about the specific terms of the exemption, consult your state law.
