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District of Columbia Window Tint Laws (2026)

Info: Both the windshield and the front side windows must let at least 70% of light through.

InfoVerified Jun 18, 2026

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Both the windshield and the front side windows must let at least 70% of light through. Windshield tint is allowed only above the AS-1 line — the marking near the top of the windshield — or across the top 5 inches. (D.C. Code 50-2207.02)

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Window Tint in states bordering District of Columbia

The same rule in each neighboring state LawLert has verified, from that state’s own official source.

MarylandInfo
Front side windows must let at least 35% of light through; the windshield can't be tinted below the AS-1 line — the marking near the top — or below 5 inches from the top. (Md. Transp. Code 22-406)
Verified Jun 18, 2026 · Source: mgaleg.maryland.gov · Full Maryland rule →
VirginiaInfo
Front side windows must let at least 50% of light through in total; windshield tint is allowed only above the AS-1 line — the marking near the top, roughly the top 5 inches. (Va. Code 46.2-1052)
Verified Jun 18, 2026 · Source: law.lis.virginia.gov · Full Virginia rule →

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