Virginia Laws and Tint Percentages Reston, VA

Virginia passed its prevailing laws and tint percentage information in 1999. Reston residents will want to verify the current data with their installer before proceeding to ensure their purchase is considered legal.
 
What Are Virginia’s Tint Darkness Rules for Sedans? 
Window films and tints in Virginia cannot be considered a legal installation with more than 20% reflective qualities.

• Windshields can have non-reflective tint installed above the top five inches or the manufacturer’s AS-1 line. Different VLT rules apply to those with medical exemptions.
• Front side windows are required to be a maximum of 50 VLT.
• Back side and rear windows are required to be a maximum of 35 VLT.

 
What Are Virginia’s Tint Darkness Rules for Vans and SUVs? 
The rules for vans and SUVs in Virginia are similar to what passenger cars must follow. The only difference involves the back and rear windows of these vehicles.

• Back side and rear windows for SUVs and vans can have any tint darkness rating.

 
Although film manufacturers aren’t required to certify their products, installer stickers are required.
 
You cannot have amber, yellow, or red window films installed on your vehicle in Virginia. A 7% tint variance is allowed, although enforcement is handled locally.
 
If any windows are tinted in the state, dual side mirrors are required.
 
Anyone failing to abide by the rules can result in a Class 3 misdemeanor for the first offense and Class 2 misdemeanors for subsequent issues. 

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