# tint ticket

**URL:** <https://forums.speedlife.net/t/tint-ticket/30750>\
**Category:** NYSpeed Automotive\
**Created:** [June 12, 2007, 9:03am UTC](https://forums.speedlife.net/t/tint-ticket/30750 "2007-06-12T09:03:44Z")\
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**Post date:** [June 12, 2007, 10:10am UTC](https://forums.speedlife.net/t/tint-ticket/30750/10 "2007-06-12T10:10:30Z")

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> [@DMV Website](#):
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> Section 375 (12-a) of the NYS Vehicle and Traffic Law does not allow a windshield or front side windows that are dark. The windshield and front side windows cannot block more than 30% of the light. Seventy percent or more of the light from the outside must pass through the window. **This law also applies to the rear window unless the vehicle has outside rear-view mirrors on both sides. The mirrors must give the driver a full and clear view behind the vehicle.**
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> If the vehicle is classified as a station wagon, sedan, hardtop, coupe, hatchback or convertible, the rear side windows must also allow at least seventy percent of light from the outside to pass through the window.
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> It is illegal to sell, offer for sale, or install glass that does not comply with this law. It is illegal to operate a vehicle with glass that does not comply with this law.
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> If a medical condition requires a person to have tinted vehicle windows, they can request an exemption from the law. Request form MV-80W from a DMV Office or Call Center.
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> The text of this law is attached below under “File Attachments”.

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