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Updated New York Window Tinting Laws for 2021

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Updated New York Window Tinting Laws for 2021

Can you have tinted windows on your vehicle? Yes you can!

According to New York Window Tinting Laws, you just need to make sure it’s done safely and in line with the law. You must know that the state of New York changed its laws regarding car window tinting on January 1, 2017 so you'll not be surprised by these changes when taking your vehicles in for annual inspections.

Without further ado, here's what you need to know about the New York Window Tinting Laws:

LEGAL TINT LIMIT FOR PASSENGER VEHICLES:

Front Windshield: The tint must allow more than 70% of light in (non-reflective tint with any darkness can be used on top 6 inches).
Front seat side windows: You can use up to 70% tint darkness
Back seat side windows: You can use any tint darkness if you are using dual exterior rear view mirrors.
Rear window: You can use any tint darkness if you are using dual exterior rear view mirrors.

LEGAL TINT LIMIT FOR MULTI-PURPOSE VEHICLES:

Front Windshield: The tint must allow more than 70% of light in (non-reflective tint with any darkness can be used on top 6 inches).
Front seat side windows: You can use up to 70% tint darkness
Back seat side windows: You can use any tint darkness
Rear window: You can use any tint darkness

In case you're not familiar with the percentage, it is called VLT or what is known as Visible Light Transmission.It refers to the amount of light allowed to pass through your film and glass which means that a 75% tint will allow 75% of the light to pass through whereas a 5% tint will only allow 5% of the light to pass through.

Thus it follows that a higher VLT means more light is allowed to pass through the window tint film. In case you are still confused, visit your local DMV or ask a law enforcement officer.

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