Mississippi tint limits at a glance
| Front side windows | 28% |
|---|---|
| Back side windows | 28% |
| Rear window | 28% |
| Windshield | No film (factory sun shield only) |
| Reflectivity | No mirrored film |
| SUVs, vans and trucks | SUVs, pickups and vans: exempt behind the front side windows |
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 Mississippi?
This table shows whether a film with each rating is legal on a sedan in Mississippi. 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 | Not legal | Not 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: 35% film or lighter
- Rear window: 35% 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
Installation and label violations: fine up to $1,000, up to 3 months in jail, or both.
Medical exemptions
A free dashboard certificate issued through the county tax collector, with a physician's affidavit.
Inspection
Tint is tested and labeled at DPS-approved tint inspection stations.
For Mississippi tint shops
Tinted vehicles need a windshield label from a DPS-approved tint inspection station, placed lower left above the inspection sticker. The test fee is $5.
The law
Mississippi's tint rules are set by Miss. Code § 63-7-59. 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 Mississippi?
On a sedan, front side windows: 28%. Back side windows: 28%. Rear window: 28%.
Is 20% tint legal in Mississippi?
Front: Not legal. Back: Not legal. Rear: Not legal. See the 20% film row.
Is 35% tint legal in Mississippi?
Front: Legal. Back: Legal. Rear: Legal. See the 35% film row.
Is tint allowed on the windshield in Mississippi?
No film (factory sun shield only)
Are the rules different for SUVs and trucks in Mississippi?
SUVs, pickups and vans: exempt behind the front side windows
What is the fine for illegal tint in Mississippi?
Installation and label violations: fine up to $1,000, up to 3 months in jail, or both.
Can I get a medical exemption for window tint in Mississippi?
A free dashboard certificate issued through the county tax collector, with a physician's affidavit.
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