Oklahoma Window Tint Laws
Oklahoma requires 25% VLT and no more than 25% reflectance on all side and rear windows; the statute does not exempt SUVs or vans.
Oklahoma Window Tint Laws Chart
Official Oklahoma Tint Percentage Limits
Visible Light Transmission (VLT%) statutory limits by window placement under Oklahoma vehicle code.
| Window Position | Passenger Cars (Sedans / Coupes) | SUVs, Trucks & Vans (MPVs) |
|---|---|---|
| Front Windshield Top visor strip | AS-1 or 5" | AS-1 or 5" |
| Front Side Windows Driver & passenger doors | 25% | 25% |
| Back Side Windows Rear passenger compartment | 25% | 25% |
| Rear Window (Back Glass) Back windshield | 25% | 25% |
| Reflectivity Limit Mirror sheen restriction | Max 20% | Max 20% |
Fines and Penalties for Illegal Tint in Oklahoma
Operating a vehicle with tint darker than statutory limits is classified as a misdemeanor. Citations escalate significantly upon repeat violations:
First Conviction
Classified as a misdemeanor with a fine up to $100 and/or up to 10 days in jail.
Second Conviction
Fine of up to $200 and/or up to 30 days in jail.
Third Conviction
Criminal citation with a fine up to $300 and/or up to 3 months in jail (within 1 year).
Oklahoma Specific Tint Rules & Mandates
Dual Side Mirrors Required
Required only for the exception allowing 10% rear windows on vehicles older than the 1996 model year (§12-422(D)(10)).
Prohibited Tint Colors
The windshield strip may not be red or amber (47 O.S. §12-422(D)(11)).
Compliance Certificate Sticker
No window label is required. The seller or installer must certify in writing, in bold type within the contract, that the product complies and that tinting the front side windows may be illegal in other states (§12-422(G)).
Medical Tint Exemptions
The Commissioner of Public Safety may grant it with a written statement from an Oklahoma-licensed physician. It covers the applicant's vehicle or the vehicle in which the person usually rides.
Frequently Asked Questions About Oklahoma Tint Laws
What is the darkest legal tint percentage in Oklahoma? +
For passenger sedans and coupes in Oklahoma, front side windows must allow at least 25% light transmission (VLT). Back side windows allow 25%, and the rear window requires 25%. For SUVs, vans, and trucks (MPVs), the rear side and back glass allow 25%.
Can you tint the front windshield in Oklahoma? +
Under Oklahoma law, tinting the full front windshield is strictly prohibited. You are only legally permitted a non-reflective visor sun strip: AS-1 or 5" (typically above the manufacturer's AS-1 line).
Can out-of-state drivers be ticketed for window tint while driving through Oklahoma? +
While law enforcement in Oklahoma enforces the state vehicle code (47 Okla. Stat. §12-422), officers generally extend interstate reciprocity to visiting motorists whose vehicles comply with the legal tint statutes of their home registration state. However, if the tint is excessively dark and prevents officers from seeing the driver, you can still be stopped for safety verification.
Is 20% or 5% (limo tint) legal in Oklahoma? +
On passenger cars, 20% and 5% tint are illegal on front side windows in Oklahoma because they block significantly more light than the statutory limit of 25% VLT. On SUVs, trucks, and vans, 20% or 5% limo tint is legally permissible only on the windows behind the driver (rear sides and back window).
How do police test window tint in Oklahoma, and is there an official tolerance? +
Police officers and state troopers use handheld, certified light meters that slide over the roll-down window to measure total net light transmission. Oklahoma statutes recognize a Not specified. to account for equipment calibration and factory glass variance.
Does Oklahoma allow medical exemptions for darker window tint? +
Yes, Oklahoma permits medical tint waivers for individuals with certified photosensitivity or UV-reactive conditions (such as lupus or porphyria). An official affidavit signed by a licensed physician must be approved and carried in the vehicle at all times.
Do I need a compliance certification sticker on my windows in Oklahoma? +
A compliance label between the glass is not legally mandated in Oklahoma, but the vehicle must be capable of passing an optical light meter test during routine traffic stops or state inspections.
What are the penalties and fines for illegal window tint in Oklahoma? +
Driving with non-compliant tint is classified as a traffic infraction or misdemeanor. First convictions carry fines starting around $100 plus court costs, typically accompanied by a 'fix-it' compliance order requiring removal or replacement of the illegal film.
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