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Vehicle window tint laws are very straightforward and, although they vary slightly from state to state, they follow a general theme. While rear passenger and back windows may legally have darker VLT, typically the windshield can have little to no tint and front side windows can have some tint, but not as much as rear windows. In some states, medical exemptions allow for drivers to have medically necessary tint film installed where it otherwise cannot be or to a darker VTL than otherwise allowed. In today’s post, our tint experts will review the tint law medical exemptions and whether or not you could qualify.
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Some medical conditions make sun exposure while driving downright dangerous. Some of these common conditions that make driving without protection a hazard include:
If you have a qualifying medical condition including those listed above or any other condition that you and your provider believe would benefit from increased tint percentage, your physician, optometrist, or dermatologist can issue you a medical exemption note. Any medical documentation should be taken with you to the department of motor vehicles (DMV) to file for a vehicle tint medical exemption. If your medical exemption is approved in your state, you’ll then be able to upgrade your vehicle’s window tint.
If you’re not sure what your state has to say about window tint laws and medical exemptions, be sure to look up the local code.
California state law does not allow for medical exemptions to general window tint laws. A sun-screening device may be installed on the front side windows as long as either the driver or a passenger in the front seat has in their possession a letter or other document signed by a licensed physician stating that the person must be shaded from the sun due to a qualifying medical condition. However, this sun-screening device may only be used when the note and the designated occupant are in the vehicle.
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If you need more than the authorized 25% tint in the state of Texas, you need to obtain a note from your physician or optometrist stating that in their professional opinion, equipping your vehicle with a sun-screening device is medically necessary to safeguard the health of the note holder. This note is sufficient enough to qualify as your medical exemption and may be used to install enhanced window tint.
If you qualify for window tint medical exemptions, the tint specialists at Jet Black Tint will be happy to install sun-screening devices or increase the VTL of your window tint. For additional protection, we can upgrade your basic dye tint to a more protective ceramic tint to reduce the amount of UV and infrared light that penetrates your windows. For motorists that do not qualify for a medical exemption, we can max out the VTL of your window tint film and add tint where you do not already have it. Additionally, we can install clear ceramic film where tint is not authorized to ensure your comfort and safety. To discuss your options and schedule your installation, connect with your local JBT today!