Wisconsin Window Tint Laws [Updated 2025]
Complete Guide to Window Tinting Regulations in Wisconsin
Quick Facts
Law Established
Enacted: 1996
Medical Exemptions
Tint laws allow medical exemptions for darker tint.
Window Tint Requirements By Vehicle Type
Sedans
Windshield:
Non-reflective tint can be applied above the manufacturer's AS-1 line.
Reflection: Tinting film needs to not be reflective.
Front Side Windows:
Needs to allow over 50% light transmission.
Reflection: Tinting film needs to not be reflective.
Back Side Windows:
Needs to allow over 35% light transmission.
Reflection: Tinting film needs to not be reflective.
Rear Window:
Needs to allow over 35% light transmission.
Reflection: Tinting film needs to not be reflective.
SUVs & Vans
Windshield:
Non-reflective tint can be applied above the manufacturer's AS-1 line.
Reflection: Tinting film needs to not be reflective.
Front Side Windows:
Needs to allow over 50% light transmission.
Reflection: Tinting film needs to not be reflective.
Back Side Windows:
Needs to allow over 35% light transmission.
Reflection: Tinting film needs to not be reflective.
Rear Window:
Needs to allow over 35% light transmission.
Reflection: Tinting film needs to not be reflective.
Additional Requirements
Side Mirrors
Dual side mirrors required this state if the rear window is tinted below 60% VLT.
Restricted Colors
No restriction on tint colors.
Certification Requirements
Film manufacturers not required to certify the film sold.
Certification Stickers
The sticker to identify legal tinting is not required.
Tint Variance
3% variance allowed.
Official Resources
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