Are Vehicle Window Graphics film legal?
The best answer is in most municipalities’ window graphics, and tints are legal with restrictions, but it’s best to check your city, county, and state ordinances. For example, window tints are gauged by VLT (Visible Light Transmission).
*Tint darkness for sedans:
Windshield: Non-reflective tint is allowed above the manufacturer’s AS-1 line.
Front Side windows: Must allow more than 30% of light in.
Back Side windows: Must allow more than 30% of light in.
Rear Window: Must allow more than 30% of light in.
*Tint darkness for SUV and vans:
Windshield: Non-reflective tint is allowed above the manufacturer’s AS-1 line.
Front Side windows: Must allow more than 30% of light in.
Back Side windows: Any darkness can be applied several (unspecified) inches from the top of the window.
Rear Window: Any darkness can be applied several (unspecified) inches from the top of the window.
Vehicle Window Graphics are Safe, Fun, and Effective
When professional vehicle graphics designers use perforated window films to enhance the overall presentation, it adds another dimension to the advertising. And isn’t that what vehicle graphics is about—advertising? When experienced vinyl graphics applicators install window graphics they look great and last, and when quality material designed for vehicle window graphics is used it’s safe. Safe, fun, and effective—sounds like a win-win-win.