Connecticut window tint laws
In Connecticut, front side windows must allow 35% of light through, back side windows 35%, and the rear window no specified minimum. Non-reflective tint allowed above the AS-1 line
| Window | Connecticut rule |
|---|---|
| Windshield | Non-reflective tint allowed above the AS-1 line |
| Front side windows | 35% VLT minimum |
| Back side windows | 35% VLT minimum |
| Rear window | No limit specified |
| Reflectivity | Front side windows must not be more than 21% reflective; back side windows must not be more than 27% reflective |
| Banned colors | None listed |
| Medical exemption | Yes |
| Statute | Conn. Gen. Stat. § 14-99g |
What installers in Connecticut will tell you
SUVs and vans may use any darkness on back side windows (sedans are capped at 35%); the rear window may be any darkness for both. Dual side mirrors are required if the rear window is tinted, and film must be certified with an ID sticker placed between the film and glass.
Frequently asked questions
What is the darkest legal tint on front windows in Connecticut?
Front side windows must let at least 35% of light through in Connecticut. Film plus factory glass count together.
Can I use 5% tint in Connecticut?
Not on the side windows: back side windows are limited to 35% VLT minimum. The rear window has no numeric limit in the statute, so 5% is generally allowed there.
Does Connecticut allow a medical exemption for darker tint?
Yes. Connecticut allows darker tint with a qualifying medical condition; you typically need a physician's statement kept in the vehicle.
Can I tint the windshield in Connecticut?
Non-reflective tint allowed above the AS-1 line
Sources
Reference only, not legal advice. Statutes change; confirm with the Connecticut statute above before you install.