Nebraska window tinting laws were legislated in 2006 which allow motorists to tint their vehicle windows.
Nebraska Tinting laws permits vehicle owners or drivers to install tinting materials on windshield, 5 inches from top to downwards or up to AS-1 line, whichever comes first.
The tinted material installed on auto windows should not be reflective more than 35%, so choose the tint type following the Nebraska tint laws.
Tinted windows provide several benefits but make sure to follow the State laws to avoid violations and penalties.
Overview of Nebraska Window Tinting Laws
The below image represents the permissible percentage of Tint darkness and Tint reflection for Cars and SUV or Trucks:
Darkest Legal Tint in Nebraska
Tint darkness limits for all window types are mentioned in below tables:
Drivers or Automobile owners must obey the allowed percentage of Visible Light Transmission through their Vehicle windows. Tint darkness directly impacts the amount of visible light to pass through window glass.
Disobeying these legal tint limits will be considered as violation, Nebraska State Patrol can may test your tint, in case of illegal tint penalties or legal action shall be taken by the concerned authorities.
Tint Darkness For Sedan
| State | Front Side Windows | Back Side Windows | Rear Window | Windshield | Tint Reflection | Color Tints |
| Nebraska | 35% | 20% | 20% | Non reflective tint above the AS1 line. | Must not reflective more than 35%. | Red, Yellow and Amber Tint colors are restricted. |
Tint Darkness For SUV or Vans
| State | Front Side Windows | Back Side Windows | Rear Window | Windshield | Tint Reflection | Color Tints |
| Nebraska | 35% | Any | Any | Non reflective tint above the AS1 line. | Must not reflective more than 35%. | Red, Yellow and Amber Tint colors are restricted. |
Window Tint Reflection
Nebraska State law for tinted windows restricts to install the window tint materials which are reflective more than 35%.
The reflected tinted materials produce glare which irritates other drivers and passengers on the road, that’s why state laws restrict it to 35%.
Other Rules and Regulations
Nebraska state law for vehicle windows have some other rules and regulations, which are listed below:
- Dual Side Mirrors: Not specific requirements for dual side mirrors.
- Restricted Tint Colors: Red, Yellow and Amber Tint Colors are prohibited.
- Sticker: Sticker to comply with tint laws is not required to display on window glass.
- Corticates: Manufacturers of tinted materials don’t need to get certificate for the window films they sell in the state.
Medical Exemptions
Any person with certain medical conditions can avail the opportunity to get the tint waiver. The affidavit shall be signed by a licensed physician.
Medical Exemption must include the date of issue, Vehicle Identification number and other details to clearly identify the vehicle for which the exemption is being issued. Name of applicant or Vehicle owner, reason for exemption and signatory of law enforcement agency are also required by law.
Penalties for Violating Tint Laws
Any individual owning or driving a vehicle in violation of Window Tint Darkness, Tint reflection and other rules, shall be guilty of Class V Misdemeanor.
The person who install or apply illegal tint on vehicle window shall be guilty of Class III misdemeanor.
We recommend Installers and Vehicle owner to obey the Nebraska Tint laws to avoid legal actions.
Sources:
- Nebraska Revised Statutes Chapter 60. Motor Vehicles § 60-6,258. Windshield and windows; violations; penalty
- Nebraska Revised Statutes Chapter 60. Motor Vehicles § 60-6,259. Windshield and windows; applicator; prohibited acts; penalty