Idaho tint limits at a glance
| Front side windows | 35% |
|---|---|
| Back side windows | 20% |
| Rear window | 35% |
| Windshield | Above the AS-1 line or top 6 inches |
| Reflectivity | 35% max |
| SUVs, vans and trucks | Same as cars |
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 Idaho?
This table shows whether a film with each rating is legal on a sedan in Idaho. 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 | Not legal | Not legal |
| 20% | Not legal | Likely too dark once installed | Not legal |
| 35% | Likely too dark once installed | Legal | Likely too dark once installed |
| 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: 45% film or lighter
- Back side windows: 25% film or lighter
- Rear window: 45% 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
Infraction.
Medical exemptions
Carry a physician's written verification. It allows a 70% windshield and 20% on all other windows.
Meter tolerance
Idaho allows a tolerance of 3% when officers meter a window. A tolerance covers meter error. It isn't extra room to go darker.
The law
Idaho's tint rules are set by Idaho Code § 49-944. 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 Idaho?
On a sedan, front side windows: 35%. Back side windows: 20%. Rear window: 35%.
Is 20% tint legal in Idaho?
Front: Not legal. Back: Likely too dark once installed. Rear: Not legal. See the 20% film row.
Is 35% tint legal in Idaho?
Front: Likely too dark once installed. Back: Legal. Rear: Likely too dark once installed. See the 35% film row.
Is tint allowed on the windshield in Idaho?
Above the AS-1 line or top 6 inches
Are the rules different for SUVs and trucks in Idaho?
Same as cars
What is the fine for illegal tint in Idaho?
Infraction.
Can I get a medical exemption for window tint in Idaho?
Carry a physician's written verification. It allows a 70% windshield and 20% on all other windows.
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