As Orlando window tinting specialists, we here at Orlando Flying Window Tinting, answer a lot of questions about window tinting on a regular basis. Today we want to tackle one question that people ask quite frequently – exemptions to window tint law.

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Orlando Window Tinting Specialists Explain Window Tint Medical Exemptions

We have talked here before about the rules and laws that apply to window tinting and the importance of abiding by those rules and laws when getting your car windows tinted. What we haven’t talked about, however, is exemptions to those rules and laws.

By now you should know from our articles that the window tint laws that govern how dark window tint on your vehicle can be, vary from state to state. Just like these laws, exemptions to these laws also vary from state to state. Since we are Orlando window tinting specialists here at Flying Window Tinting, we are going to concentrate on the laws in the state of Florida.

In the state of Florida, the following laws apply to the window tint you have installed in your car:

• Non-reflective tint is permitted above the manufacturer’s AS-1 line.
• Driver’s side window tint must allow more than 28% of light in.
• Back window tint must allow more than 15% of light in.
• Rear windshield tint must allow more than 15% of light in.
• In SUV’s or vans, the darkness of window tint can begin 6 inches from the top of the window.
• Drivers side window tint must not be more than 25% reflective.
• Back window tint must not be more than 35% reflective.

The state of Florida does permit exemptions to window tinting under certain conditions.

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Window Tint Medical Exemptions

Currently, the following conditions may allow for an exceptions to window tinting laws in Florida:

• Lupus
• Dermatomyositis
• Albinism
• Vitiligo
• Xeroderma pigmetosum
• Other autoimmune disease or medical conditions requiring limited exposure to light.

Before a window tint medical exemption can be made and a darker window tint can be installed, you must have a medical exemption certificate. A certificate costs $6.25 per vehicle, does not expire and cannot be transferred.

To obtain a window tint medical exemption certification, you must submit an application for sunscreening medical exemption. To have your application approved it must be accompanied by a physician’s statement of certification. Only the following medical authorities may provide a physician’s statement of certification:

• A physician licensed to practice under Chapters 458, 459, or 460, Florida Statutes.
• A Dermatologist licensed to practice under Chapter 458, Florida Statutes.
• A Physician who practices medicine in a military medical facility, state hospital or federal prison. (The physician must include the name and address of the facility.)
• An advanced registered nurse practitioner licensed under Chapter 464, under the protocol of a licensed physician.
• A Physician assistant licensed under chapter 458 or 459, Florida Statutes.

Why Exemptions Aren’t Made For All Window Tinting Clients By Orlando Window Tinting Specialists

If exemptions can be made to window tinting laws for certain medical conditions, why can’t they be made for everyone?

In the case of window tint medical exemption, darker window tints are designed to protect individuals in the car from sun exposure. This protection is required due to medical conditions that are exacerbated by exposure to sunlight.

Exemptions are not made for everyone, though, because darker than permitted window tints can pose a number of risks.

• Having darker than permitted window tint makes it more difficult for law enforcement and security officials to see into a vehicle. This makes it more difficult to identify individuals who pose a risk to public safety.
• When windows are darker than advised, it’s also difficult for drivers to see outside the vehicle. When the field of view is impaired, this means that a driver is more likely to have an accident after missing obstacles on the road or delayed in their reactions to unexpected events.
• Darker window tints also pose a risk to you as a driver in the event of an accident. If you were to have an accident that required emergency officials to locate you inside your vehicle to administer life-saving treatment, having excessively tinting windows would make it much harder for them to find you.

Do You Need a window tint medical exemption?

If you have questions as to whether or not you qualify for a window tint medical exemption for car window tinting, talk to your doctor. Only a medical professional can help to make this determination and sign off on the paperwork needed to get your approval.

Already have approval and an exemption certificate but not sure if a window tinting specialist has the ability to help with your window tint installation?

If you have a question about whether or not Orlando window tinting specialists can help you with darker window tint, pick up the phone and give them a call! But make sure that when you do, you have your complete window tint medical exemption certificate on hand.

For detailed instructions on how to fill out the form, contact us today!

Looking For Orlando Window Tinting Specialists?

If you are in need of professional Orlando window tinting specialists to install your car window tint no matter how light or dark, we can help! Give us a call today at (407) 380-1202 to make an appointment with our professionally trained window film installation experts!

This was written by Steven Hopkinson owner /operator of Flying Window Tinting.

`We have been in business in Orlando same location for over 20 years

We serve the following locations
orlando
winter park
alafaya
azalea park

We also provide the following service

• Window tinting
• tint removal
• headlight cleaning
• vinyl graphics

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