HOW
DARK CAN WINDOW TINT BE IN SOUTH DAKOTA?
Darkness of tint
is measured by Visible Light Transmission
percentage (VLT%). In South Carolina, this
percentage refers to percentage of visible
light allowed in through the combination of
film and the window. |
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Windshield |
Non-reflective tint is allowed
along the top of the windshield above the manufacturer's
AS-1 line. |
• Front Side Windows |
Must allow more than 35% of light in. |
• Back Side Windows |
Must allow more than 20% of light in. |
• Rear Window |
Must allow more than 20% of light in. |
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HOW
REFLECTIVE CAN THE TINT BE IN SOUTH DAKOTA?
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.
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• Front Side Windows |
No metallic or mirrored appearance. |
• Back Side Windows |
No metallic or mirrored appearance. |
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OTHER
SOUTH DAKOTA RULES AND REGULATIONS |
• Restricted Colors |
No colors of tint are explicitly banned. |
• Side Mirrors |
No restrictions. |
• 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 |
The sticker to identify legal tinting is
required between the film & glass on each
tinted window. |
• Medical Exemption |
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