How to get a window tint medical exemption in Rhode Island
Rhode Island grants an exemption from its tint limits on a qualifying medical certification. The paperwork is Application for Medical Exemption from Maximum Window Tint Limits (form Application for Medical Exemption (Window Tint)), handled by Rhode Island Division of Motor Vehicles. No fee is published.
| What | Rhode Island |
|---|---|
| Form | Application for Medical Exemption (Window Tint) — Application for Medical Exemption from Maximum Window Tint Limits |
| Who certifies | A licensed physician, by notarised affidavit; A licensed optometrist, by notarised affidavit. |
| Fee | None published |
| Valid for | Depends on whether the certifier marks the condition permanent or temporary — the form asks |
| Keep in vehicle | Yes |
| What it covers | Windows below the state limit. The medical exemption does not apply to the windshield. |
| Submit to | Rhode Island Division of Motor Vehicles |
The steps
- 1
Have a licensed physician or optometrist swear an affidavit on the application that you have a physical condition requiring tint darker than the state limit. The form is written as an oath and must be notarised.
- 2
Expect the certifier to state how long they have been your primary provider, and whether the condition is permanent or temporary.
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Sign the release allowing the physician to share medical records with the DMV so it can assess the application.
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File the original within 30 days of the affidavit's date. A fax will not do, and an incomplete application will not be processed.
- 5
The DMV issues a sticker or certificate identifying the exemption. Keep it with the vehicle. It does not cover the windshield.
Frequently asked questions
How do I get a window tint medical exemption in Rhode Island?
Have a licensed physician or optometrist swear an affidavit on the application that you have a physical condition requiring tint darker than the state limit. The form is written as an oath and must be notarised. Expect the certifier to state how long they have been your primary provider, and whether the condition is permanent or temporary. Sign the release allowing the physician to share medical records with the DMV so it can assess the application. File the original within 30 days of the affidavit's date. A fax will not do, and an incomplete application will not be processed. The DMV issues a sticker or certificate identifying the exemption. Keep it with the vehicle. It does not cover the windshield.
What form do I need for a tint exemption in Rhode Island?
Application for Medical Exemption from Maximum Window Tint Limits, form Application for Medical Exemption (Window Tint), from Rhode Island Division of Motor Vehicles.
Who can sign a tint exemption in Rhode Island?
A licensed physician, by notarised affidavit; A licensed optometrist, by notarised affidavit.
What medical conditions qualify for tint in Rhode Island?
Rhode Island does not publish a list of named conditions. The test is whether a qualifying provider certifies that you require shielding from the sun.
How long does a Rhode Island tint exemption last?
Depends on whether the certifier marks the condition permanent or temporary — the form asks. Keep it in the vehicle.
Does the exemption let me tint the windshield in Rhode Island?
Windows below the state limit. The medical exemption does not apply to the windshield.
Sources
- RI DMV - Application for Medical Exemption (Window Tint) (official)
- RI DMV - Nontransparent Windshield and Window Laws (official)
Reference only, not legal or medical advice. Forms and fees change — confirm against the official source above before you file, and get the form from the agency rather than a third-party form site.