Window tint laws in Kansas (2026)
Per-window rules for Kansas, United States - cited to the primary legal sources and last verified 2026-07-15.
The rules, window by window
| Window | Rule |
|---|---|
| Front side windows | Minimum 35% VLT |
| Rear side windows | Minimum 35% VLT |
| Rear window | Minimum 35% VLT |
Windshield
A sun screening device used on the windshield must be nonreflective, must not be red, yellow, or amber in color, may be used only along the top of the windshield, and may not extend downward beyond the AS-1 line.
Reflectivity
Sun screening devices on side and rear windows must be nonreflective.
Color restrictions
Windshield sun screening material must not be red, yellow, or amber in color.
Medical exemption
Clear, colorless material with at least 78 percent visible light transmittance that meets federal safety standard requirements and blocks ultraviolet rays is permitted when the driver or an occupant possesses a signed statement from a licensed physician or licensed optometrist confirming medical necessity.
Enforcement
A person convicted of violating the section is guilty of a misdemeanor.
Notes
KSA 8-1749a sets a single standard for all windows other than the windshield: total light transmission of not less than 35 percent when a sun screening device is used in conjunction with other existing sun screening devices, which is a combined (glass plus film) measurement. This applies equally to front side, rear side, and rear windows, with no sedan versus MPV/SUV distinction and no numeric tolerance stated in the section text reviewed. The medical provision permits only near-clear (78 percent or higher) UV-blocking film rather than darker tint. This summary is informational and is not legal advice.
This page is informational only and is not legal advice. Window tint laws change, enforcement practices vary, and the summaries here may not reflect the most recent amendments - always confirm the current rules with your local licensing authority or law enforcement before tinting a vehicle.
Last verified: 2026-07-15
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Frequently asked questions
What tint is legal on front side windows in Kansas?+
Kansas requires front side windows to let at least 35% of visible light through. Film rated darker than that is illegal on those windows, and roadside enforcement typically measures glass plus film together.
Can I have a tinted windshield strip in Kansas?+
Yes, within limits: A sun screening device used on the windshield must be nonreflective, must not be red, yellow, or amber in color, may be used only along the top of the windshield, and may not extend downward beyond the AS-1 line.
Is there a medical exemption for darker tint in Kansas?+
Clear, colorless material with at least 78 percent visible light transmittance that meets federal safety standard requirements and blocks ultraviolet rays is permitted when the driver or an occupant possesses a signed statement from a licensed physician or licensed optometrist confirming medical necessity.
Where do these rules come from?+
Every rule on this page is cited to a primary legal source (statute or regulation text), listed under the disclaimer with links. Last verified 2026-07-15. Laws change - confirm with your local authorities before tinting.
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