Auto glass tinting offers many benefits to car owners. Tinted windows offer a driver privacy, protect a car’s interior and protect all occupants from harmful UV rays. But before you decide whether or not to tint your windows, make sure you know the law. Ohio and Kentucky have specific laws and regulations regarding auto glass tint. If your car windows violate state regulations, you may face fines and/or costly window replacements. The laws regarding window tinting are constantly changing and may not always be up-to-date. To complicate if further, regional police departments within the same state may enforce tint laws differently.
Automotive tint laws in Kentucky provide specific regulations about tint placed on the windshield, front side windows, back side windows and rear windows. Non-reflective tint is allowed along the top of the windshield above the manufacturer’s AS-1 line. The front side windows must allow more than 35% of light in, and the back side and rear windows must allow more than 18% of light in. The front and back side windows must not contain more than 25% of reflective material. Kentucky requires certification of window tint film and a sticker to be displayed identifying legal tinting. Stickers must be placed on the driver’s side door jam.
Ohio window tinting laws differ slightly. Ohio allows for five inches of reflective tint to be placed on the windshield. The front side windows must allow at least 50% of light in. There are no requirements for the back side and rear windows, allowing any degree of darkness to be applied. The laws regarding the reflective material used in window tint films state the front and back windows must not contain more reflective material than a standard window. Like Kentucky, Ohio also has certification and sticker requirements for window tinting. In addition, Ohio allows medical exemptions for certain special tints.
Once you know the requirements and limitations, window tinting can supply many benefits. They can help control glare for drivers as well as offer safety and security. If the event of an accident, many window films will even hold shattered glass in place. It also offers unlimited design possibilities, allowing the personalization of private or commercial vehicles using vibrant colors, graphic designs and visual effects. When choosing to tint your windows, be sure to consult with a certified window installer prior to installation to ensure your vehicle meets your state’s requirements.
