HOW
DARK CAN WINDOW TINT BE IN MAINE?
Darkness of tint
is measured by Visible Light Transmission
percentage (VLT%). In Maine, this percentage
refers to percentage of visible light allowed
in through the combination of film and the
window. |
•
Windshield |
Non-reflective tint is allowed
on the top 4 inches of the windshield. |
• Front Side Windows |
Must allow more than 50% of light in. |
• Back Side Windows |
Must allow more than 50% of light in. |
• Rear Window |
Must allow more than 50% of light in. |
|
HOW
REFLECTIVE CAN THE TINT BE IN MAINE?
Similar to sunglass
lenses, some tinting film contain metallic elements
that help in reflecting incoming light and reducing
the glare and heat generated by visible light.
|
• Front Side Windows |
Must be non-reflective, state law is not
specific about what this means. |
• Back Side Windows |
Must be non-reflective, state law is not
specific about what this means. |
|
OTHER
MAINE RULES AND REGULATIONS |
• Restricted Colors |
No colors of tint are explicitly banned. |
• Side Mirrors |
Dual side mirrors are required if back window
is tinted. |
• Certificate Requirements |
Manufacturers of film need to certify the
film they sell in the state. Ask your dealer
if they are using ceritified film. |
• Sticker Requirements |
No sticker to identify legal tinting is
required. |
• Medical Exemption |
State law does NOT allow medical exemptions
that would allow you use special tint. |