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Window tint laws in Prince Edward Island

Everything you can and can't tint in Prince Edward Island, in plain language, with the statute cited at the bottom of the page.

Short answer

Front side windows in Prince Edward Island: Front side windows must have at least 70% VLT.

Rear side windows and back glass: No VLT restriction if the vehicle has two working side mirrors.

Typical penalty if you're pulled over: Fines under the Highway Traffic Act.

WindshieldTop strip only, above the AS-1 line.
Front side windowsFront side windows must have at least 70% VLT.
Rear side windowsNo VLT restriction.
Rear windowNo VLT restriction if the vehicle has two working side mirrors.
Reflective / mirrored filmReflective film is not permitted.
Medical exemptionNone issued.
Typical penaltyFines under the Highway Traffic Act.

What this means for your car

If you're driving daily in Prince Edward Island, the safe play is: leave the front sides at factory VLT and tint the rear windows to any shade you want. Ceramic rejects the same amount of heat at a legal shade as a dark shade does — you aren't giving up performance by staying legal.

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Common questions

Can I tint the front side windows in Prince Edward Island?

Front side windows must have at least 70% VLT.

Are rear window tints legal in Prince Edward Island?

No VLT restriction if the vehicle has two working side mirrors.

Is there a medical exemption in Prince Edward Island?

None issued.

What's the fine for illegal tint in Prince Edward Island?

Fines under the Highway Traffic Act.

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