Florida window tint laws
Middle of the national pack for front-side tint (38 of 51 jurisdictions are stricter).
The legal limits
Will your film pass in Florida?
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 | Fail | Fail |
Different glass or an odd shade? Run the exact numbers in the tint-law tool — it also emails you if Florida's law changes.
Across the state line
Shops near a border tint cars registered in both states. Florida front side: 28% VLT min — the neighbors:
Florida tint law FAQs
What is the darkest legal tint in Florida?
Front side windows must let through at least 28% of light, back side 15%, and the rear window 15%. Anything darker fails a meter check.
Is 20% tint legal in Florida?
A 20% film over factory glass meters about 15.6% VLT. That fails Florida's 28% front-side rule and it is legal on the back-side and rear windows.
Does Florida allow medical exemptions for darker tint?
Yes — Florida allows darker film with a qualifying medical exemption. The state also requires a compliance sticker between the film and glass, so carry the exemption paperwork with the vehicle.
Is reflective or mirrored tint legal in Florida?
Florida 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 Florida?
Florida 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 Florida authority before installing. This is reference material, not legal advice.
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