Oregon tint limits at a glance
| Front side windows | 35% total (film itself 50% or lighter) |
|---|---|
| Back side windows | 35% total |
| Rear window | 35% total |
| Windshield | Top 6 inches only |
| Reflectivity | 13% max |
| SUVs, vans and trucks | Multipurpose vehicles: darker allowed behind the driver with mirrors |
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 Oregon?
This table shows whether a film with each rating is legal on a sedan in Oregon. 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% | Not legal | Not legal | Not 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: 50% film or lighter (Oregon's minimum for the film itself)
- Back side windows: 50% film or lighter (Oregon's minimum for the film itself)
- Rear window: 50% film or lighter (Oregon's minimum for the film itself)
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
Oregon's tint law doesn't set a specific fine. Amounts are set by the court where the ticket is issued.
Medical exemptions
Keep a physician's or optometrist's affidavit, prescription or letter in the vehicle.
For Oregon tint shops
The installer must give the customer a certificate listing the film's transmittance and reflectance and confirming 35% total. Keep it in the vehicle.
The law
Oregon's tint rules are set by ORS § 815.221. 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 Oregon?
On a sedan, front side windows: 35% total (film itself 50% or lighter). Back side windows: 35% total. Rear window: 35% total.
Is 20% tint legal in Oregon?
Front: Not legal. Back: Not legal. Rear: Not legal. See the 20% film row.
Is 35% tint legal in Oregon?
Front: Not legal. Back: Not legal. Rear: Not legal. See the 35% film row.
Is tint allowed on the windshield in Oregon?
Top 6 inches only
Are the rules different for SUVs and trucks in Oregon?
Multipurpose vehicles: darker allowed behind the driver with mirrors
Can I get a medical exemption for window tint in Oregon?
Keep a physician's or optometrist's affidavit, prescription or letter in the vehicle.
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