Are you looking for information about California’s tint law? This guide will walk you through the key numbers to look for when buying tint.
California Window Tint Law
- Year law enacted: 1999
- Tint length on front windshield: only down to line which is 29 inches from that point which is 5 inches up from the bottom of the backrest
- Front side window VLT: 88%
- Back side window VLT: 88%
- Back windshield VLT: 88%
- Front side window reflectivity: not specified
- Back side window reflectivity: not specified
- Restricted colors: red, amber or or affecting driver’s ability to distinguish between primary colors
- Medical exemption: no
- Tolerance: not specified
How tinted can your windows be in California
California legal window tint
| Windshield in CA: | Non-reflective tint is allowed on the top 4 inches of the windshield. |
| Front Side Windows in CA: | Must allow more than 70% of light in. |
| Back Side Windows in CA: | Any darkness can be used. |
| Rear Window in CA: | Any darkness can be used. |
