South Dakota's tint regulations allow generous darkness on rear windows and require front side windows to allow at least 35% light through (VLT). Windshields can have a non-reflective tint strip across the top. Medical exemptions are available. We recommend ceramic film for its heat rejection — your AC will thank you in July.
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Window Tint Laws in South Dakota: What's Legal in 2026
SD has some of the friendliest tint laws in the Midwest. Here's exactly what you can legally run on each window.
April 22, 20264 min read
