Louisiana Window Tinting Laws

Car window tinting laws in Louisiana were enacted in 1993.

We have provided all the necessary information about your car’s window tint, including how dark or reflective the tint is allowed in your state.

There are also additional car window tinting rules and regulations in Louisiana so make sure you read all about it below.

Window tint darkness in Louisiana

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

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

Windshield: Non-reflective tint is allowed above the manufacturer’s AS-1 line or top 5 inches.
Front Side windows: Must allow more than 40% of light in.
Back Side windows: Must allow more than 25% of light in.
Rear Window: Must allow more than 12% of light in.

Windshield: Non-reflective tint is allowed above the manufacturer’s AS-1 line or top 5 inches.
Front Side windows: Must allow more than 40% of light in.
Back Side windows: Any darkness can be used.
Rear Window: Any darkness can be used.

Window tint can reflect incoming light and reduce glare and heat.

Louisiana window tint law permits a certain window reflection when using a tint so make sure you pay attention to this as well.

Louisiana does have several other important laws, rules and regulations pertaining to window tinting. They include the following:

Side Mirrors: No restrictions.
Restricted Colors: Red or amber are not permitted.
Certificates: Manufacturers of film must certify the film they sell in the state. Ask your dealer if they are using certified film.
Stickers: The sticker to identify legal tinting is required between the film and glass on the driver’s side window.
Medical Exceptions: Louisiana law does NOT allow any medical exemptions that would allow you use special tint.
Penalties: $150 for first offense, $250 for second offense, $350 for subsequent offenses.

Keep in mind that Louisiana tinting laws and regulations may be interpreted differently in your county or place of residence.

We always recommend double-checking our information with your local DMV or law enforcement authorities.

Our information about window tint laws in Louisiana was last updated in 2024.

Tinting laws in Louisiana were enacted in 1993.

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