Georgia tint limits at a glance
| Front side windows | 28% |
|---|---|
| Back side windows | 15% |
| Rear window | 15% |
| Windshield | Top 6 inches only |
| Reflectivity | 20% max |
| SUVs, vans and trucks | Multipurpose vehicles: exempt behind the driver |
Percentages are the minimum visible light transmission with the film installed, including the factory glass. A lower number means darker tint.
Is 5%, 20%, 35% or 50% tint legal in Georgia?
This table shows whether a film with each rating is legal on a sedan in Georgia. Factory glass blocks some light, so a film reads darker once it's installed.
| Film rating | Front side windows | Back side windows | Rear window |
|---|---|---|---|
| 5% | Not legal | Not legal | Not legal |
| 15% | Not legal | Likely too dark once installed | Likely too dark once installed |
| 20% | Not legal | Legal | Legal |
| 35% | Legal | Legal | Legal |
| 50% | Legal | Legal | Legal |
| 70% | Legal | Legal | Legal |
'Likely too dark once installed' means the film rating meets the limit, but on typical factory glass the combined reading usually falls under it. Meter the window to be sure.
Choosing a film that stays legal
Assume factory side glass passes about 80% of light.
- Front side windows: 35% film or lighter
- Back side windows: 20% film or lighter
- Rear window: 20% film or lighter
Factory privacy glass on many SUVs already reads well under 30%, so any film added over it will read darker still. Always meter after the install.
Fines and penalties
Misdemeanor.
Medical exemptions
Apply to the Georgia Department of Public Safety with a written attestation from a licensed physician or optometrist.
Meter tolerance
Georgia allows a tolerance of 3% when officers meter a window. A tolerance covers meter error. It isn't extra room to go darker.
Law history
- : Front side limit lowered from 32% to 28%, rear windows from 32% to 15% (HB 1161).
The law
Georgia's tint rules are set by O.C.G.A. § 40-8-73.1 (as amended by HB 1161). Read the source
This page is a reference for drivers and installers, not legal advice. Enforcement can vary by city and county.
Frequently asked questions
How dark can you legally tint your windows in Georgia?
On a sedan, front side windows: 28%. Back side windows: 15%. Rear window: 15%.
Is 20% tint legal in Georgia?
Front: Not legal. Back: Legal. Rear: Legal. See the 20% film row.
Is 35% tint legal in Georgia?
Front: Legal. Back: Legal. Rear: Legal. See the 35% film row.
Is tint allowed on the windshield in Georgia?
Top 6 inches only
Are the rules different for SUVs and trucks in Georgia?
Multipurpose vehicles: exempt behind the driver
What is the fine for illegal tint in Georgia?
Misdemeanor.
Can I get a medical exemption for window tint in Georgia?
Apply to the Georgia Department of Public Safety with a written attestation from a licensed physician or optometrist.
Did Georgia change its tint law recently?
Front sides changed from 32% to 28%, and rear windows from 32% to 15%, on July 1, 2026.
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