Ohio Tint Laws

Window tint darkness in Ohio

The percent of visible light allowed through your car windows is called VLT: Visible Light Transmission.

The percentage of light allowed through your film and glass in Ohio is very specific and different for sedan cars and SUV cars or vans.

Tint darkness for sedans:

  • Windshield: Non-reflective tint is allowed on the top 5 inches of the windshield.

  • Front Side windows: Must allow more than 50% of light in.

  • Back Side windows: Any darkness can be used.

  • Rear Window: Any darkness can be used.

Tint darkness for SUV and vans:

  • Windshield: Non-reflective tint is allowed on the top 5 inches of the windshield.

  • Front Side windows: Must allow more than 50% of light in.

  • Back Side windows: Any darkness can be used.

  • Rear Window: Any darkness can be used.