Window Tint in South Dakota
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Front side windows: minimum 35% VLT. Rear side and back windows: minimum 20% VLT.
Verified against primary sources · August 2026
What the law says
Front side windows: minimum 35% VLT. Rear side and back windows: minimum 20% VLT. A 9% enforcement tolerance applies.
Specific Limits
- Back window
- 20% VLT minimum
- Rear side windows
- 20% VLT minimum
- Front side windows
- 35% VLT minimum
Frequently Asked Questions
Are window tint legal in South Dakota?
Front side windows: minimum 35% VLT. Rear side and back windows: minimum 20% VLT.
What are the exact window tint limits in South Dakota?
Back window: 20% VLT minimum. Rear side windows: 20% VLT minimum. Front side windows: 35% VLT minimum. Source: SDCL 32-15-2.4 & 32-15-2.5.
Street-legal window tint picks
Gear that helps you mod without a ticket in South Dakota.
Pre-cut window tint kit
Cut for your exact make and model. Pick a shade at or above your state's front-window VLT limit.
Shop on AmazonVLT tint meter
Know your actual VLT before an officer or inspection station measures it for you.
Shop on AmazonTint application tool kit
Squeegees, slip solution, and trimming tools for a bubble-free DIY install.
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