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Maryland Window Tinting Law
§22-406
A deeper look at the Maryland tint laws that govern automotive window tinting, installing or applying window film or having window film installed on a vehicle being operated or parked on public roadways or areas where vehicles are required to be in compliant with local legislation.
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Maryland’s legislation on automotive window tinting states, vehicles are allowed:
- Windshield: Topmost 5″ or to the AS-1 line of windshield is allowed material.
- Driver & Passenger Windows: No darker than 35% VLT.
- Rear Side Door Windows: No darker than 35% VLT.
- Rear Windshield: No darker than 35% VLT.
This information is not intended for legal advice. Please refer to your state’s local legislation for the most current window tint laws.
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Laws & Regulations on Film Darkness
Restrictions on darkness for applying film on:
Windshield
Window film is allowed to be installed on uppermost 5 inches of the windshield or to the AS-1 line if marked.
Driver & Passenger Door Windows
Must not have window film any darker than 35% VLT installed on the driver and passenger windows.
Rear Side Door Window
Must not have window film any darker than 35% VLT installed on side windows rear of driver and passenger windows.
Rear Windshield
Must not have window film any darker than 35% VLT installed on rear windshield.
Laws & Regulations on Film Reflectivity
Limitations to how reflective the film can be
What Is Maryland’s Law on Film Reflectivity
§22–406 does not specifically state any regulations against reflectivity. Highly reflective film will have a mirrored finish and can be potentially blinding to other drivers. Most modern automotive window films are non-reflective in nature and do not cause any road disturbances.
Laws & Regulations on Film Color
Restrictions on automotive window film color
Does Maryland Have Restrictions on The Color of Window Tint
§22–406 does not state regulations against any specific-colored film. Please refer to your local legislation prior to having window film colorful in nature applied to your vehicle.
Laws & Regulations on State Required Compliance Stickers
Some states may require the installing company to apply a compliance sticker to validate legality, while others may require you to retain possession of the original receipt proving what was installed.
Does Maryland Have Any Regulations for Compliance
Maryland’s section governing window tint does not require a compliance sticker or label to be affixed or receipt held within vehicle.
Laws & Regulations on Tolerance
There are some states that have a window tint tolerance incorporated into the written law. In most cases this is recognized as a plus or minus percentage that is allowed as a fluctuation for the darkness of the installed film and the glass it’s bonded to together.
Does Maryland Have a Recognized Tolerance
There is not a plus or minus tolerance stated within Maryland’s window tinting laws.
Laws & Regulations on Medical Exemptions
There are, in many cases, medical exemptions that can be obtained that state legislation will recognize and waive certain limitations on, including: darkness of film or where film can be applied. This is usually granted to drivers that suffer from severe light sensitivity or other health issues related to direct sunlight or glare.
Does Maryland Have a Medical Exemption for Window Tint
Yes, Maryland does recognize a medical exemption for its window tinting law for individuals that have medical or health related issues due to the sun or exposure to the light.
Learn more on Maryland’s laws associated with tinting, please see §22–406.
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