No. Oregon Revised Statutes (ORS) 815.010 and Oregon Administrative Rule (OAR) 735-010-0050 prohibit window tint below 35% visible light transmittance (VLT) on front side windows, rear side windows, and rear windshields. The Oregon State Police enforce these limits, with local jurisdictions like Portland’s Bureau of Transportation issuing citations for violations. Non-compliant tint may result in fines up to $260 per offense.
Key Regulations for 50% Window Tint in Oregon
- Front Side Windows: Must allow ≥35% VLT; 50% exceeds this threshold but remains permissible only if factory-installed or certified by a licensed installer under OAR 735-010-0055.
- Rear Side Windows & Rear Windshield: May be tinted to any darkness, provided the vehicle has outside rearview mirrors on both sides (ORS 815.010(3)).
- Medical Exemptions: Oregon Health Authority may authorize darker tint for medical conditions, requiring a physician’s certification submitted to the DMV.
Oregon’s 2026 compliance updates mandate sticker certification for aftermarket tint, aligning with ANSI Z93.1 standards. Non-certified tint risks registration holds. Always verify installer credentials through the Oregon DMV’s approved vendor list.