Arizona window tint laws
Middle of the national pack for front-side tint (34 of 51 jurisdictions are stricter).
The legal limits
Arizona note: Rear legal down to any darkness if dual side mirrors present.
Will your film pass in Arizona?
A trooper's meter reads the film and the glass. Factory glass runs about 78% VLT, so net VLT = film × glass — which is why "35% film" can fail a 35% state. Common shades over factory glass:
| Film | Meters at | Front side | Back side | Rear |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 70% | 54.6% VLT | Pass | Pass | Pass |
| 50% | 39.0% VLT | Pass | Pass | Pass |
| 35% | 27.3% VLT | Fail | Pass | Pass |
| 20% | 15.6% VLT | Fail | Pass | Pass |
| 5% | 3.9% VLT | Fail | Pass | Pass |
Different glass or an odd shade? Run the exact numbers in the tint-law tool — it also emails you if Arizona's law changes.
Across the state line
Shops near a border tint cars registered in both states. Arizona front side: 33% VLT min — the neighbors:
Arizona tint law FAQs
What is the darkest legal tint in Arizona?
Arizona sets no VLT floor on back-side or rear windows, so film there can be as dark as you like (note: rear legal down to any darkness if dual side mirrors present). Front side windows must still meter at least 33% VLT.
Is 20% tint legal in Arizona?
A 20% film over factory glass meters about 15.6% VLT. That fails Arizona's 33% front-side rule and it is legal on the back-side and rear windows.
Does Arizona allow medical exemptions for darker tint?
Yes — Arizona allows darker film with a qualifying medical exemption. Keep the exemption paperwork in the vehicle.
Is reflective or mirrored tint legal in Arizona?
Arizona permits some reflectivity within state limits — check the current administrative code for the exact percentage before installing mirrored film.
What is the windshield tint rule in Arizona?
Arizona allows windshield tint only at the top of the glass: Top AS1 line. Full-windshield film (outside a medical exemption) fails inspection.
Reviewed against state DOT/DPS regulations as of 2025. States amend tint law — verify with the Arizona authority before installing. This is reference material, not legal advice.
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