Illinois Tint laws were legislated in 2009, which allow motorists to tint car windows. Tint laws in Illinois vary on the type of Vehicle you drive. State laws for vehicle tinted windows allow different limits of VLT percentage for Sedans and SUV or Vans.
Drivers must comply with the Tint laws to avoid violations and legal action taken by the state departments.
Check out the complete details about Legal Tint Darkness, Tint reflection and other rules and regulations.
Overview of Illinois Tint Laws
The below image illustrate the legal limitations for Sedan & SUV or Vans about Windows Tint darkness & Tint reflection.
Darkest Legal Tint in Illinois
The darkest legal tint shades for Sedan and SUV’s in Illinois are mentioned as below:
Tint Darkness For Sedan
| State | Front Side Windows | Back Side Windows | Rear Window | Windshield | Tint Reflection | Other Rules |
| Illinois | 35% | 35% | 35% | 6 inches from Top | Must be non reflective | Dual Side Mirrors are required for rear tinted window. |
Tint Darkness For SUV or Vans
| State | Front Side Windows | Back Side Windows | Rear Window | Windshield | Tint Reflection | Other Rules |
| Illinois | 50% | Any | Any | 6 inches from Top | Must be non reflective | Dual Side Mirrors are required for rear tinted window. |
Automobile Window Tint Reflection
Tint material should be non reflective, State laws have not specified the allowed tint reflection percentage. The same rule is applied for Cars and SUV or vans.
Window tint material installed on Front side windows and rear side window should not reflect light, but the permissible tint reflection percentage is not mentioned in the Vehicle code for Windows and Windshield.
Other Rules and Regulations for Automobiles with Tinted Windows
Besides Window Tint Darkness and Tint Reflection requirements, Illinois state regulated some other rules and regulations for vehicle with tinted windows.
- Side Mirrors: Dual side mirrors are required if tint materials are installed on the rear window of vehicle.
- Tint Colors: Illinois tint laws have not mentioned any restriction about the color tint.
- Sticker: Some states in US made it mandatory for drivers to paste stickers on windows to certify legal tint is installed. However, Illinois state laws doesn’t require to paste stickers.
- Certificate: Illinois state laws don’t require certificates from manufacturers to certify the tint material they sell in the state.
Medical Exemptions
Illinois allow medical exemptions from tint laws to driver or passengers under some medical conditions related to Vision and Skin. Applicant should certify the form from the doctor and submit. After medical review program the medical exemption certificate shall be granted.
For more details regarding the Medical Exemption, Check the Illinois Vehicle Code(625 ILCS 5/) and read a-10 (2) about medical conditions.
Penalties for Violating Tint Laws
In case of Violating Illinois Tint laws, the tint ticket shall be issued with a fine of no less than $50 and not more than $500 in the first offense.
If you make second offense Class C misdemeanor with a fine between $100-$500 shall be applied, where a Class C misdemeanor carries a maximum penalty of up to 30 days in county jail and a maximum fine of $1500 plus any mandatory court costs.
Being a good citizen, must follow the window tint laws to avoid penalties and legal actions from the authorities.