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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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