Can You Get a Tint Exemption for Melanoma in California?
Melanoma is the most serious form of skin cancer, directly linked to UV radiation exposure. Patients with a history of melanoma or at high risk need maximum UV protection, including darker window tint.
Melanoma Symptoms That Qualify
The following symptoms of Melanoma are relevant to qualifying for a window tint medical exemption in California:
- History of melanoma or skin cancer
- Multiple atypical moles
- Fair skin with high UV sensitivity
- Family history of melanoma
- Previous severe sunburns
How Melanoma Qualifies You for a Tint Exemption
Melanoma patients and survivors need to minimize all UV exposure, including through vehicle windows. Standard auto glass blocks some UV but not enough for high-risk individuals. A California tint exemption allows darker tint for critical UV protection.
To qualify, you need to demonstrate that your Melanoma makes it medically necessary for you to have darker window tint than what California law normally allows. Our licensed physicians review your existing documentation against state requirements — we do not diagnose. You must already have records from a primary care physician or eye care specialist confirming your condition.
How to Get Your Exemption
Complete the Online Application
Submit your personal information and upload your existing medical documentation confirming your Melanoma diagnosis. This takes about 5 minutes.
Physician Reviews Your Documentation
A licensed California physician reviews your Melanoma documentation against state exemption requirements within 24 hours.
Receive Your Exemption
Once approved, you'll receive your official tint exemption certificate digitally. Keep it in your vehicle at all times.
Current California Tint Laws
Without a medical exemption, California law limits window tint to 70% VLT VLT on front side windows and Any darkness VLT on back side windows. Violations carry fines starting at $25 base fine (~$197 with fees).
With an approved medical exemption for Melanoma, you may be permitted to have darker window tint than these standard limits, providing the protection you need while staying legal.