What are the laws about tinted windows?

In Texas, windows on passenger vehicles must have a minimum Visible Light Transmittance (VLT) of at least 25%. This means that only windows behind the front doors can be tinted, and any tint darker than 25% VLT is not allowed. Additionally, there are restrictions on the use of red, amber, and purple tints. These colors are not allowed on the windscreen, front side windows, or rear side windows. Tinted windows on vehicles must also follow the medical exemption. This allows people with medical conditions that make them sensitive to light, such as lupus or xeroderma pigmentosum, to drive with tinted windows with a minimum VLT of 8%. Medical exemption requires a physician’s diagnosis and a signed affidavit. Drivers must also carry a certificate of compliance with them when they are driving. This shows that their tinted windows meet the legal requirements. The certificate must be issued by an approved installer and verified by their local police department. Failure to comply with these regulations can result in a fine or the vehicle can be impounded. It is important to check with your local law enforcement and the Texas Department of Motor Vehicles before tinting your windows to ensure that you are meeting the legal requirements.

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