Wisconsin Tint laws were Legislated in 1996 for the safety of passenger and drivers on roads.
Window tint laws were implemented to restrict the use of illegal tint, which reduces the transmission of Visible light from Vehicle windows. Illegal tinted windows allow lesser amount of light to pass through windows, due to which driver’s view can be obstructed. Further, Driver’s impaired vision may cause personal injuries in road accidents.
Hence, Vehicle owners and drivers are recommended to apply the legal window coating or glazing materials to avoid risk and legal actions by state departments.
Overview of Wisconsin Tint Laws
The below image shows the allowed limits of window tint darkness and tint reflection for Cars and SUVs or Trucks. Drivers are encouraged to install the type of tinting material which must not be more reflective than a standard window without any materials installed.
Darkest Legal Tint in Wisconsin
The darkest legal tint percentage for Cars and Trucks or Multi-purpose vehicles operated in Wisconsin are given below:
| State | Front Side Windows | Back Side Windows | Rear Window | Windshield | Tint Reflection | Color Tints |
| Wisconsin | 50% | 35% | 35% | Non-reflective tint above the AS-1 line. | Not more reflective than a standard car window. | All tint colors are allowed. |
Window Tint reflection
Window tint laws in Wisconsin restrict to use the reflective, shiny, or mirrored appearance tinting or coating materials. This rule is applicable to Cars and Trucks for Front side and Back side windows.
Several States in US prohibited to apply tinting or coating materials which have solar reflective. As the reflective coating materials produces glare due to sunlight and headlamps of other vehicles, which causes inconvenience for other motorists on road.
Other Rules and Regulations
Wisconsin government implemented some other rules for vehicles with tinted window:
- Dual Side Mirrors: Dual side mirrors are required in this state if the rear window is tinted.
- Restricted Colors: All Tint colors are allowed in Wisconsin.
- Tint Deviation: 3% variance is allowed. For example, Front side windows with 53% VLT shall not be considered as violation.
- Certificates: Window Film manufacturers do not need to certify the film they sell in this Wisconsin state.
- Stickers: The sticker or label to identify legal tinting is not required to display on vehicle windows.
Medical Exemption
Wisconsin state issues the Tint waiver to any person, due to medical necessity. The Licensed doctor in the state must certify that the applicant obtaining medical exemption requires to get shielded from direct sunrays. The application shall be reviewed by Medical board and then medical tint waiver shall be issued to eligible applicants.
For more details regarding Tint waiver, you may consult with nearest Department of Transportation office in Wisconsin.
Penalties for Violating Tint Laws
Any person who violates window tinting laws in Wisconsin shall be guilty and tint ticket of not more than $175 shall be issued. Moreover, Law enforcement agencies can test illegal window tints and may ask to remove the restricted window coating.