Crackdown on window tint in Austin area?

Got pulled over today for my window tint—nothing crazy, just 50% on the front and 15% on the sides. I had a medical waiver (at least I thought I did), but the officer told me the laws have changed and a medical waiver only exempts side windows now.

I recently moved from DFW and had 30% on my old car’s front windshield. I got pulled over once there, showed my waiver, and still had to email it to the court to clear the citation. Never had major issues beyond that.

Today, though, they weren’t playing around—(3 motorcycle cops on 290) there were two other cars pulled over nearby with really dark tints. Has anyone else dealt with this recently? Is this a new crackdown in Austin?

Also, what’s the process now if I just let the court date pass and pay the fine? I’m not planning on removing my tint, and honestly, if anything, I’ll change it out. The 30% offered more sun protection/privacy.

Any advice or insight would be appreciated. Thanks in advance!