Quick answer: In Florida you can tint the windshield only above the AS-1 line, the small mark near the top of the glass, and the film must be non-reflective (Florida Statutes s. 316.2952). A full-windshield tint below that line is not allowed unless you have a medical exemption.
Where the AS-1 line is
Most windshields have a small “AS-1” mark near the top corners. Film above that line is the legal visor strip. If your glass has no mark, the strip is usually limited to the top few inches; we check your glass before installing.
What Florida allows on the other windows
- Front side windows: at least 28% visible light, no more than 25% reflective (s. 316.2953)
- Rear side and back windows: at least 15% on cars, at least 6% on multipurpose vehicles such as many SUVs, trucks and vans, no more than 35% reflective (s. 316.2954)
Medical exemptions
Florida issues medical exemption certificates for qualifying conditions (s. 316.29545). Keep the certificate in the vehicle. See the full Florida window tint laws guide.
Our approach
CoaterZ installs windshield strips to the legal line and tints the side and rear glass to Florida limits. Compare shades in tint levels explained.
CoaterZ locations
- CoaterZ Palm Harbor: 4824 US-19 ALT, Palm Harbor, FL 34683 · (727) 935-4621
- CoaterZ Lutz: 16235 N Florida Ave, Lutz, FL 33549 · (813) 467-8149
- CoaterZ Sarasota: 2321 Bee Ridge Rd, Sarasota, FL 34239 · (941) 297-0125
- Hours: Palm Harbor and Sarasota, Monday to Saturday, 8:30 AM to 5:30 PM; Lutz, Monday to Saturday, 9 AM to 6 PM; closed Sunday
Frequently asked questions
Is a windshield visor strip legal in Florida?
Yes, if it is non-reflective and stays above the AS-1 line.
Can I tint my whole windshield with a medical exemption?
A Florida medical exemption certificate allows darker tint than normal for qualifying conditions. Ask us and your doctor about the specifics.
What is the penalty for illegal tint?
It is a noncriminal, nonmoving traffic infraction under Florida law.
Window tint at our CoaterZ locations
CoaterZ offers window tint at all three of our Florida shops. Choose the location closest to you: