Can You Get a Tint Exemption for Melanoma in Michigan?
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 Michigan:
- 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
Michigan melanoma patients face UV exposure through vehicle windows year-round — including winter, when snow reflects UV radiation back through glass. The University of Michigan Rogel Cancer Center is a national leader in melanoma research and treatment. Under Michigan Vehicle Code MCL §257.709, melanoma patients and survivors qualify for darker tint as ongoing UV protection during daily driving.
To qualify, you need to demonstrate that your Melanoma makes it medically necessary for you to have darker window tint than what Michigan 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 Michigan 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 Michigan Tint Laws
Without a medical exemption, Michigan law limits window tint to No aftermarket tint allowed (must be factory only) VLT on front side windows and Any darkness VLT on back side windows. Violations carry fines starting at $115 civil infraction fine.
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.