South Dakota Window Tint Laws [Updated 2025]
Complete Guide to Window Tinting Regulations in South Dakota
Quick Facts
Law Established
Enacted: 1989
Medical Exemptions
Prohibits medical exemptions for special tint.
Window Tint Requirements By Vehicle Type
Sedans
Windshield:
Non-reflective tint can be applied above the manufacturer's AS-1 line.
Reflection: No metallic or mirrored appearance.
Front Side Windows:
Needs to allow over 35% light transmission.
Reflection: No metallic or mirrored appearance.
Back Side Windows:
Needs to allow over 20% light transmission.
Reflection: No metallic or mirrored appearance.
Rear Window:
Needs to allow over 20% light transmission.
Reflection: No metallic or mirrored appearance.
SUVs & Vans
Windshield:
Non-reflective tint can be applied above the manufacturer's AS-1 line.
Reflection: No metallic or mirrored appearance.
Front Side Windows:
Needs to allow over 35% light transmission.
Reflection: No metallic or mirrored appearance.
Back Side Windows:
Needs to allow over 20% light transmission.
Reflection: No metallic or mirrored appearance.
Rear Window:
Needs to allow over 20% light transmission.
Reflection: No metallic or mirrored appearance.
Additional Requirements
Side Mirrors
No limitations on side mirrors.
Restricted Colors
No colors of tint are explicitly restricted.
Certification Requirements
Film manufacturers required to certify the film they sell . Check with your dealer if they are using certified film.
Certification Stickers
A label to identify legal tint required between the film and glass on each tinted window.
Penalties and Enforcement
Class 2 misdemeanor.
Tint Variance
9% variance.
Official Resources
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