Kansas window tint laws
In Kansas, front side windows must allow 35% of light through, back side windows 35%, and the rear window 35%. Non-reflective tint allowed above the AS-1 line
| Window | Kansas 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 | 35% VLT minimum |
| Reflectivity | Front and back side windows must not have a metallic or mirrored appearance |
| Banned colors | red, amber, yellow |
| Medical exemption | No |
| Statute | K.S.A. §§ 8-1749a to 8-1749c |
What installers in Kansas will tell you
Kansas does not grant medical exemptions for darker tint. SUVs and vans follow the same limits as sedans; dual side mirrors are mandatory if the rear window is tinted.
Frequently asked questions
What is the darkest legal tint on front windows in Kansas?
Front side windows must let at least 35% of light through in Kansas. Film plus factory glass count together.
Can I use 5% tint in Kansas?
No on front side windows. Rear windows are limited to 35% VLT minimum and back side windows to 35% VLT minimum.
Does Kansas allow a medical exemption for darker tint?
No formal medical exemption is provided in the Kansas statute we reviewed.
Can I tint the windshield in Kansas?
Non-reflective tint allowed above the AS-1 line
Sources
Reference only, not legal advice. Statutes change; confirm with the Kansas statute above before you install.