Window Tint

// Louisiana · R.S. 32:361.2

Louisiana Window Tint Medical Exemption

Louisiana Law R.S. 32:361.2

If a medical condition involving the effects of the sun makes darker tint necessary, Louisiana law lets you apply for an exemption through Louisiana State Police. General information only, not legal advice.

// Overview

Who qualifies

R.S. 32:361.2 allows a vehicle registered in Louisiana to be equipped with window tint that would otherwise violate state law when the registered owner, or a spouse or family member who operates or is authorized to operate the vehicle, has a physical or medical condition involving the effects of the sun that makes it necessary. The condition must be certified in an affidavit signed by an optometrist or physician (including an ophthalmologist or dermatologist) licensed in Louisiana, and a copy must be kept in the vehicle at all times. The exemption is subject to review every three years unless the department decides otherwise. Persons convicted of violent crimes or drug offenses are not eligible.

At a glance

Law

La. R.S. 32:361.2

Approved by

Louisiana State Police

Form

Window Tint Medical Exemption Affidavit (DPSSP 1060)

Signed by

Louisiana-licensed physician or optometrist; notarized

Background check

Fingerprints for state and FBI checks

Valid for

3 years; as long as you own the vehicle with light-sensitive porphyria or if you're 60 or older

In the vehicle

Carry the paperwork; display the LSP decal

// How to apply

Four steps to approval

Applications go to Louisiana State Police by mail.

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Get the form

Download the current Window Tint Medical Exemption Affidavit (DPSSP 1060) from Louisiana State Police. Older versions that list a 40% limit are out of date.

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Doctor certifies

A physician or optometrist licensed in Louisiana certifies the condition. For photophobia, the doctor must explain why sunglasses aren't enough and why the tint won't affect night driving.

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Notarize & mail

Sign the notarized medical-records release and mail the affidavit to Louisiana State Police, Medical Tint Exemptions, P.O. Box 66614 A-26, Baton Rouge, LA 70896. No walk-ins.

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Fingerprints & decal

LSP mails fingerprinting instructions for the state and FBI background check. Once approved, LSP issues a decal for the vehicle. Keep the paperwork in the vehicle.

// Good to know

Before you apply

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One vehicle

The affidavit covers the vehicle it describes and can't be transferred. If you sell the vehicle, the new owner must remove the tint unless they get their own exemption.

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Windshield

Even with an exemption, only the top 6 inches of the windshield may be tinted, unless a physician specifically authorizes more for light-sensitive porphyria.

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Eligibility

Persons convicted of violent crimes or drug offenses are not eligible. LSP may cancel an exemption after a documented threat to officer safety.

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Questions

Contact Louisiana State Police about your application at (225) 925-6113, ext. 200.

// Tint laws

Louisiana Window Tint Laws

See the current VLT limits for cars, SUVs, vans and trucks, including the 2025 change to 25% on front side windows.

Learn More

This page is a plain-language summary for general information only and is not legal or medical advice. Louisiana State Police sets the application requirements and they can change; confirm with LSP before applying. Last reviewed September 2026.

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