Mississippi 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 Mississippi?
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 | Fail | Fail |
| 20% | 15.6% VLT | Fail | Fail | Fail |
| 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 Mississippi's law changes.
Across the state line
Shops near a border tint cars registered in both states. Mississippi front side: 28% VLT min — the neighbors:
Mississippi tint law FAQs
What is the darkest legal tint in Mississippi?
Front side windows must let through at least 28% of light, back side 28%, and the rear window 28%. Anything darker fails a meter check.
Is 20% tint legal in Mississippi?
A 20% film over factory glass meters about 15.6% VLT. That fails Mississippi's 28% front-side rule and it also fails the back-side limit (28% vlt min).
Does Mississippi allow medical exemptions for darker tint?
Yes — Mississippi 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 Mississippi?
Mississippi 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 Mississippi?
Mississippi 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 Mississippi authority before installing. This is reference material, not legal advice.
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