Rhode Island Window Tinting Laws
Window tint darkness in Rhode Island
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 Rhode Island 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 70% of light in.
- Back Side windows: Must allow more than 70% of light in.
- Rear Window: Must allow more than 70% 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 70% of light in.
- Back Side windows: Any darkness can be used.
- Rear Window: Any darkness can be used.
Window tint reflection in Rhode Island
Window tint can reflect incoming light and reduce glare and heat. Rhode Island 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: Current law does not specify any reflectivity.
- Back Side windows: Current law does not specify any reflectivity.
Tint reflection for SUV and vans:
- Front Side windows: Current law does not specify any reflectivity.
- Back Side windows: Current law does not specify any reflectivity.
Other Rhode Island window tint rules and regulations:
Rhode Island does have several other important laws, rules and regulations pertaining to window tinting. They include the following:
- Side Mirrors: No restrictions.
- Restricted Colors: All window tint colors are allowed.
- Certificates: Film manufacturers are not required to certify the film they sell in Rhode Island.
- Stickers: No sticker to identify legal tinting is required by law.
- Medical Exceptions: Rhode Island allows medical exemptions for special tint. For more details about the specific terms of the exemption, consult your state law.
