No. Minnesota law prohibits window tinting below 50% light transmittance on front side windows, making 50% illegal for these positions. Rear windows may have darker tint if the vehicle has outside mirrors on both sides. Violations may result in citations from the Minnesota State Patrol.
Key Regulations for 50% Window Tint in Minnesota
- Front side windows must allow at least 50% light transmittance; 50% tint is non-compliant. The Minnesota Department of Public Safety enforces this under MN Stat. § 169.71(4)(a).
- Windshield tinting is strictly prohibited except for a non-reflective strip no wider than 6 inches at the top. The Minnesota State Patrol conducts compliance checks during roadside inspections.
- Rear windows may have darker tint if the vehicle has dual side mirrors, but medical exemptions require prior approval from the Commissioner of Public Safety. Local law enforcement may issue fines up to $135 for violations.