Oklahoma window tint law

OKLAHOMA TINT LAWS

There’s no doubt that cars with tinted windows look cool, but do you know the Oklahoma tint laws? If you have tinted windows or plan to get your car windows tinted, you are in the right place. We’ve gathered all the legal information you need to know about Oklahoma window tint law.

 

First, Let me Explain What VLT Means?

VLT Visible Light Transmission is the percent of visible light that gets through your car windows. In other words, the lower the VLT%, the darker the tint gets. For example, 5 % would be a very dark tint. Furthermore, the state of Oklahoma has a different VLT% for front and back windows, as you can see below.

 

Legal Tint in Oklahoma for Passenger vehicles

  • Windshield:  Non- reflective tint allowed above the AS-1 line or top 5 inches
  • Front side windows: 25% VLT  
  • Backside windows: 25% VLT
  • Rear window: 25% VLT

Legal Tint in Oklahoma for Multi-purpose Vehicles

  • Windshield: Non- reflective tint allowed above the AS-1 line or top 5 inches
  • Front side windows: 25% VLT  
  • Backside windows: No limitations
  • Rear window: No limitations

 

Oklahoma window tint law infographic

 

 

Oklahoma Window Tint Law –  Regulations

 

Oklahoma Tint Laws –  Exemption

Below are the exemptions to Window Tint requirements.

  • Law Enforcement – Vehicles that are maintained by a law enforcement agency and used for law enforcement purposes.
  • The rear of the driver’s seat in a vehicle licensed as a bus or taxicab.
  • Vehicle registered in another state.

 

Medical Exemption for Window Tint in Oklahoma

The Driver must obtain an optometrist or a physician’s written certification, indicating that the special window treatment or application is a medical necessity.

 

 

Side mirrors 

a vehicle with tinted windows must be equipped with side mirrors

Tint Reflection

No more than 25% reflective

Color Tint 

Red or amber color prohibited

Window Tint Certification / Label

Film manufacturers need to certify the film selling in the state.

 

 

 

 

Benefits of  Window Tinting

Window tinting blocks up to 99% of the UV rays. The car interior cools by 60%. It also can help protect from ultraviolet radiation and help protect your car’s interior from cracking or fading and looking worn-out. Another great benefit is the level of privacy, which can prevent someone who walks by to peer inside.

Car Window Tint Cost

In general, the cost may vary; for example, a basic tint for a sedan car using the classic film can cost less than $150 per vehicle. However, suppose you want a top-quality film such as ceramic window tint. In that case, it can cost up to $400 per vehicle. Of course, all depend on different factors (number of windows, type of tint, warranty). On the other hand, a cheaper option for professional tinting services is a DIY tint kit, which usually costs less than $100.

 

 

Sources

OKLAHOMA LEGISLATURE – WINDOW TINTING-47-12-422

 

 

 

Note: Keep in mind that Oklahoma tint laws can change daily and be interpreted differently in your city or county. To be sure, we recommend double-checking our information with your local DMV or Law Enforcement Authorities. Furthermore, please let us know if there are any further changes to be made.