Darkness of tint is measured by Visible Light Transmission percentage (VLT%). In Michigan, this percentage refers to percentage of visible light allowed in through the combination of film and the window.
• Windshield Non-reflective tint is allowed on the top 4 inches of the windshield.
• Front Side Windows Any darkness can be applied 4" inches from the top of the window.
• Back Side Windows Any darkness can be used.
• Rear Window Any darkness can be used.
HOW REFLECTIVE CAN THE TINT BE IN MICHIGAN?
Similar to sunglass lenses, some tinting film contain metallic elements that help in reflecting incoming light and reducing the glare and heat generated by visible light.
• Front Side Windows Must not be more than 35% reflective.
• Back Side Windows Must not be more than 35% reflective.
OTHER MICHIGAN RULES AND REGULATIONS
• Restricted Colors No colors of tint are explicitly banned.
• Side Mirrors No restrictions.
• Certificate Requirements Manufacturers of film do NOT need to certify the film they sell in the state.
• Sticker Requirements No sticker to identify legal tinting is required.
• Medical Exemption State allows medical exemptions for special tint. For more details about the specific terms of the exemption, consult your state law.
No additional tint is allowed on the front 3 windows (a narrow strip for sun shade is the exception). If you really want a deeper tint on the front windows you can get an eye doctor to issue you a prescription. It won't stop you from maybe being pulled over, but you wont get a ticket if its with you.
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Michigan Window Tint Law
http://www.tintlaws.com/laws/MI/
Michigan Tint Law Enacted: 2000
HOW DARK CAN WINDOW TINT BE IN MICHIGAN?
Darkness of tint is measured by Visible Light Transmission percentage (VLT%). In Michigan, this percentage refers to percentage of visible light allowed in through the combination of film and the window.
• Windshield Non-reflective tint is allowed on the top 4 inches of the windshield.
• Front Side Windows Any darkness can be applied 4" inches from the top of the window.
• Back Side Windows Any darkness can be used.
• Rear Window Any darkness can be used.
HOW REFLECTIVE CAN THE TINT BE IN MICHIGAN?
Similar to sunglass lenses, some tinting film contain metallic elements that help in reflecting incoming light and reducing the glare and heat generated by visible light.
• Front Side Windows Must not be more than 35% reflective.
• Back Side Windows Must not be more than 35% reflective.
OTHER MICHIGAN RULES AND REGULATIONS
• Restricted Colors No colors of tint are explicitly banned.
• Side Mirrors No restrictions.
• Certificate Requirements Manufacturers of film do NOT need to certify the film they sell in the state.
• Sticker Requirements No sticker to identify legal tinting is required.
• Medical Exemption State allows medical exemptions for special tint. For more details about the specific terms of the exemption, consult your state law.
No additional tint is allowed on the front 3 windows (a narrow strip for sun shade is the exception). If you really want a deeper tint on the front windows you can get an eye doctor to issue you a prescription. It won't stop you from maybe being pulled over, but you wont get a ticket if its with you.
The front windows are not supposed to be tinted. Only the rear windows can be tinted.
If you have tinted front windows, it's a dead-givaway that you are a cocaine addict, and the Police will be knocking on those windows.