How to Use This 50-State Directory
Rear-window rules are not uniform nationwide. NHTSA addresses federal manufacturing and installation concerns, but vehicle-use legality is governed primarily by state and sometimes local law. Each state page links to an official code source for current verification.
Essential Compliance Checks
- Choose the state where the vehicle will be registered and operated.
- Review both obstruction and window-film rules.
- Check mirror requirements before covering any rear glass.
- Verify inspection and local enforcement requirements.
- Recheck the law when the vehicle or operating state changes.
All 50 State Guides
State guides included: Alabama, Alaska, Arizona, Arkansas, California, Colorado, Connecticut, Delaware, Florida, Georgia, Hawaii, Idaho, Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Kansas, Kentucky, Louisiana, Maine, Maryland, Massachusetts, Michigan, Minnesota, Mississippi, Missouri, Montana, Nebraska, Nevada, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New Mexico, New York, North Carolina, North Dakota, Ohio, Oklahoma, Oregon, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, South Carolina, South Dakota, Tennessee, Texas, Utah, Vermont, Virginia, Washington, West Virginia, Wisconsin, Wyoming.
Official Source and Accuracy
Last reviewed August 29, 2026. This page provides general information, not legal advice or a guarantee of legality. Verify the current rule with the official source and the responsible motor-vehicle agency. Official source: https://www.nhtsa.gov/interpretations/2253y
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