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Ohio Window Tinting Laws

Ohio Window Tinting Law Enacted: 2004
We have made every effort to provide you with accurate and up to date 
information regarding Ohio window tinting laws. Please refer to your local
authority for current Ohio window tint law enforcement policies, including
rules and regulations, as the final authority on Ohio window tint law in
your area.

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

The darkness of tint is measured by (VLT%) Visible Light Transmission
percentage. In Ohio 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 Ohio window tint law:

Cars, Trucks and MPVs *Note: MPV means Multi Passenger Vehicles
which are Vans and SUVs
Windshield Must allow more than a total of 70% light in.
Front Side Windows

Must allow more than a total of 50% light in.
Back Side Windows Any VLT can be applied legally on this window.
*(MPVs allow any light transmission)
Rear Window Any VLT can be applied legally on this window.
*(MPVs allow any light transmission)

HOW REFLECTIVE CAN THE TINT BE ON
AUTO WINDOWS ACCORDING TO OHIO
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 No metallic or mirrored appearance.
Back Side Windows No metallic or mirrored appearance.

OTHER OHIO RULES AND REGULATIONS
Restricted Colors The tint colors of Red and Yellow are not
allowed by state law.
Side Mirrors Dual side mirrors are required if back window
is tinted.
Certificate Requirements Manufacturers of film need to certify the film
they sell in the state. Ask your dealer if they
are using certified film.
Sticker Requirements The sticker to identify legal tinting is required
between the film and glass on each tinted
window.
Medical Exemption Ohio 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 Ohio Window Tint Laws.
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