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Massachusetts Window Tinting Laws

Massachusetts Window Tinting Law Enacted: 1985

We have made every effort to provide you with accurate and up to date information regarding Massachusetts window tinting laws. Please refer to your local authority for current Massachusetts window tint law enforcement policies, including rules and regulations, as the final authority on Massachusetts window tint law in your area.

MASSACHUSETTS WINDOW TINT LAW
ALLOWS THE FOLLOWING DARKNESS FOR
CAR WINDOW TINTING

The darkness of tint is measured by (VLT%) Visible Light Transmission
percentage. In Massachusetts window tint law, this percentage refers
to percentage of visible light allowed to pass through the combination
of film and the factory tint of the window.

Window Tint Laws

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Here is what is allowed in Massachusetts window tint law:

Cars, Trucks and MPVs *Note: MPV means Multi Passenger Vehicles
which are Vans and SUVs
Windshield Non-reflective tint is allowed on the
top 6 inches of the windshield.
Front Side Windows

Must allow more than a total of 35% light in.
Back Side Windows Must allow more than a total of 35% light in.
*(MPVs allow 35% light transmission)
Rear Window Must allow more than a total of 35% light in.
*(MPVs allow 35% light transmission)

HOW REFLECTIVE CAN THE TINT BE ON AUTO
WINDOWS ACCORDING TO MASSACHUSETTS
WINDOW TINT LAW?

Tinting film can contain metallic elements (silver mirror look) that help to
reflect incoming light and reject the glare and heat generated by visible light.
Front Side Windows Must not be more than a total of
35% reflective (silver mirror look).
Back Side Windows Must not be more than a total of
35% reflective (silver mirror look).

OTHER MASSACHUSETTS RULES AND REGULATIONS
Restricted Colors No colors of tint are explicitly banned.
Side Mirrors Dual side mirrors are required if back
window is tinted.
Certificate Requirements Manufacturers of film are required to
certify the film they sell in the state.
Sticker Requirements The sticker to identify legal tinting is
recommended but not required by state law.
Medical Exemption Massachusetts window tint law allows
medical exemptions for special tint. For
more details about the specific terms of
the exemption for window tinting, consult
your state law.

These are the current Massachusetts Window Tint Laws.
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