Colorado Tint Law Enacted: 1995
We have made every effort to provide you with accurate and up to date information regarding Colorado window tint law. Please refer to you local authority for current Colorado window tint law enforcement policies, including rules and regulations, as the final authority on Colorado window tint law in your area.
Colorado Tint Law
The darkness of tint is measured by (VLT%) Visible Light Transmission percentage. In Colorado window tint law, this percentage refers to percentage of visible light allowed to pass through the combination of film and the factory tint of the window. Here is what is allowed in Colorado window tint law:
| Windshield | Non-reflective tint is allowed on the top 4 inches of the windshield. |
| Front Side Windows | Must allow more than a total of 27% light in. Transmission through glass. |
| Back Side Windows | Must allow more than a total of 27% light in. Transmission through glass. |
| Rear Window | Must allow more than a total of 27% light in. Transmission through glass. |
HOW REFLECTIVE CAN THE TINT BE ON AUTO WINDOWS ACCORDING TO COLORADO WINDOW TINT LAW?Tinting film can contain metallic elements (silver mirror look) that help to reflect incoming light and reject the glare and heat generated by visible light. |
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| Front Side Windows | No metallic or mirrored appearance. |
| Back Side Windows | No metallic or mirrored appearance. |
OTHER COLORADO WINDOW TINT LAW RULES AND REGULATIONS |
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| Restricted Colors | The tint colors of RED AMBER are not allowed by state law. |
| Side Mirrors | Dual side mirrors are required if back window is tinted. |
| Certificate Requirements | Manufacturers of film do NOT need to certify the film they sell in the state. |
| Sticker Requirements | The sticker to identify legal tinting is recommended but not required by state law. |
| Medical Exemption | State law does NOT allow medical exemptions for special tint use. |
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