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Missouri Window Tinting Law
§307.173
A deeper look at the Missouri 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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Missouri’s legislation on automotive window tinting states, vehicles are allowed:
- Windshield: Topmost portion of windshield is allowed transparent material as long as it does not exceed the AS-1 line.
- Driver & Passenger Windows: No darker than 35% VLT.
- Rear Side Door Windows: No restrictions stated.
- Rear Windshield: No restrictions stated.
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
Topmost portion of windshield is allowed transparent material as long as it does not exceed the AS-1 line.
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
No restrictions stated.
Rear Windshield
No restrictions stated.
Laws & Regulations on Film Reflectivity
Limitations to how reflective the film can be
What Is Missouri’s Law on Film Reflectivity
According to §307.173, film applied to vehicle on a public roadway cannot exceed a 35% 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 Missouri Have Restrictions on The Color of Window Tint
§307.173 does not specify any restrictions against colored window film, please refer to local legislation prior to having 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 Missouri Have Any Regulations for Compliance
Missouri does not require a compliance sticker or label to be affixed to the vehicle or a receipt kept 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 Missouri Have a Recognized Tolerance
Yes, Missouri recognizes a plus or minus 3% tolerance to accommodate for the film and glass affixed together.
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 Missouri Have a Medical Exemption for Window Tint
Yes, the Department of Public Safety may issue a permit to individuals that have health or medical issues due to exposure to the sun or light.
Learn more on Missouri’s laws associated with tinting, please see §307.173.
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