Freaking Pennsylvania Laws
07-18-2006, 05:31 PM
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Freaking Pennsylvania Laws
hey guys
i just made an appointment to get my windows tinted on saturday, and after reading through the motor vehicle laws, i am clueless. does anybody actually know what the darkest percentage is that is legal. i had heard 20% in the back and 30% up front from one of my buddies, but i dont really know if that is right.
thanks for the help
i just made an appointment to get my windows tinted on saturday, and after reading through the motor vehicle laws, i am clueless. does anybody actually know what the darkest percentage is that is legal. i had heard 20% in the back and 30% up front from one of my buddies, but i dont really know if that is right.
thanks for the help
07-18-2006, 06:13 PM
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RE: Freaking Pennsylvania Laws
Pennsylvania Tint Law Enacted: 1999
HOW DARK CAN WINDOW TINT BE IN PENNSYLVANIA?
Darkness of tint is measured by Visible Light Transmission percentage (VLT%). In Pennsylvania, this percentage refers to percentage of visible light allowed in through the combination of film and the window.
Windshield No tint is allowed on the windshield.
Front Side Windows Must allow more than 70% of light in.
Back Side Windows Must allow more than 70% of light in.
Rear Window Must allow more than 70% of light in.
HOW REFLECTIVE CAN THE TINT BE IN PENNSYLVANIA?
Similar to sunglass lenses, some tinting film contain metallic elements that help in reflecting incoming light and reducing 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 PENNSYLVANIA 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 do NOT need to certify the film they sell in the state.
Sticker Requirements
Medical Exemption State allows medical exemptions for special tint. For more details about the specific terms of the exemption, consult your state law.
If you choose to go darker, it's a spitting contest between you and the officer/state.
GP
HOW DARK CAN WINDOW TINT BE IN PENNSYLVANIA?
Darkness of tint is measured by Visible Light Transmission percentage (VLT%). In Pennsylvania, this percentage refers to percentage of visible light allowed in through the combination of film and the window.
Windshield No tint is allowed on the windshield.
Front Side Windows Must allow more than 70% of light in.
Back Side Windows Must allow more than 70% of light in.
Rear Window Must allow more than 70% of light in.
HOW REFLECTIVE CAN THE TINT BE IN PENNSYLVANIA?
Similar to sunglass lenses, some tinting film contain metallic elements that help in reflecting incoming light and reducing 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 PENNSYLVANIA 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 do NOT need to certify the film they sell in the state.
Sticker Requirements
Medical Exemption State allows medical exemptions for special tint. For more details about the specific terms of the exemption, consult your state law.
If you choose to go darker, it's a spitting contest between you and the officer/state.
GP
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