Utah 2026 Window Tint Laws

Utah Tint Laws
Front Windshield 70%
Front Side Windows 35%
Back Side Windows No restrictions
Rear Windshield No restrictions
VLT = Visible Light Transmission percent
5% (limo) 85% (factory) 35% 70%

Quick summary: Front windshield must have at least 70% VLT (Visible Light Transmission), but any darkness can be used on top 4 inches or AS-1 line. Front side windows must be above 35% VLT, with a 5% tint variance when measured. All windows behind driver may have any darkness.

Utah tint laws primarily regulate the darkness, but also specify other rules and regulations you need to know about such as reflectiveness or color restrictions. All laws are explained further below.

Window Tint Darkness in Utah

Window tint darkness is measured in VLT (Visible Light Transmission) percent. VLT indicates how much light passes through both the film and the glass.

Drag the blue slider above to preview tint darkness. In most real world cases, applied tint will appear 10-20% darker compared to our tool.

See: VLT explained with chart and darkness examples

How dark can your window tint be in Utah?

Here's exactly how much VLT is allowed on your auto window tint in Utah (UT), categorized by passenger and multi-purpose vehicles.

Tint darkness for passenger vehicles:

  • Windshield: Must have more than 70% VLT, or any darkness above the manufacturer's AS-1 line (or top 4 inches).
  • Front side windows: Must allow more than 35% of light in.
  • Back side windows: Any darkness can be used.
  • Rear window: Any darkness can be used.

Passenger vehicles include: sedan, coupe, convertible, station wagon, hardtop and hatchback vehicles.

Tint darkness for multi-purpose vehicles (MPV):

  • Windshield: Must have more than 70% VLT, or any darkness above the manufacturer's AS-1 line (or top 4 inches).
  • Front side windows: Must allow more than 35% of light in.
  • Back side windows: Any darkness can be used.
  • Rear window: Any darkness can be used.

Multi-purpose vehicles include: SUV, pickup, van, truck, RV, and minibus.

What is AS-1 line?

AS-1 line typically extends between 4 and 6 inches parallel to the top of your windshield. AS-1 designation line is typically marked by glass manufacturer on the top edge of your windshield.

Tinted AS-1 line on windshield

Depending on vehicle, your AS-1 strip may already be tinted. In most states windshield tint must not have any reflectiveness, and illegal colors typically include blue and red.

Some state tint laws specify exact number of inches you are allowed to tint on front windshields. Other states define this windscreen area simply as an AS-1 line. Learn more about AS-1 Line.

Vehicle Classification: Passenger or MPV?

Federal vehicle ID label found on driver's front door frame will tell you whether your vehicle is classified as passenger or multi purpose vehicle.

  • Passenger vehicles include: sedan, coupe, convertible, station wagon, hardtop and hatchback vehicles.
  • Multi-purpose vehicles include: SUV, pickup, van, truck, RV, trailer, bus and minibus.

In most states vehicles fall under these two categories.

Other Utah Tinting Rules & Regulations:

Other laws, rules and regulations in Utah include the following:

Tint Reflectiveness
Mirrored or metallic appearance is not allowed.
Side Mirrors
Dual side mirrors are required when any window is tinted.
Restricted Colors
Utah doesn't restrict any tint colors.
Film Certification & Approval
Film manufacturers are not required to certify the film they sell in this state.
Stickers & Labels
No sticker to identify legal tinting is required.
Medical Exemption
Utah tint law does NOT permit medical exemptions for darker tint.

Quick FAQs

What are illegal tint penalties and fines in Utah?

Violating Utah tint laws is an infraction. The standard fine listed in the Utah Courts Uniform Fine Schedule (.pdf) is $60 for a window tint or windshield obstruction violation.

The ticket can be dismissed if you fix/remove the illegal tint and have the violation resolved or inspected within 14 days of receiving the citation.

How is VLT measured and is there any tolerance?

Visible light transmission (VLT) measures how much visible light passes through a vehicle window. Law enforcement often uses a tint meter device to measure VLT. However, tint meters are not always perfectly accurate, and readings can vary slightly due to the equipment or measurement conditions.

VLT = Visible Light Transmission percent
5% (limo) 85% (factory) 35% 70%

To account for these small differences, Utah allows a variance of 5% when measuring window tint. As tint meters are not 100% accurate, the tolerance should never be used to apply darker than legally permitted tint.

When were the tint laws last updated?

The last meaningful legislative change to Utah tint laws was made in 2025.

Our website is updated continuously. The latest major change is detailed below:

  • [WEBSITE] November 2, 2026: Added information on penalties and fines.
  • [LAW] March 3, 2025: Utah House Bill 0112 in effect: police officers can no longer request a suspension of driver’s licenses or vehicle registration for illegal window tint.
  • [LAW] March 22, 2022: SB0149 amended tint laws: now allows 35% VLT on front side windows (from previous 43%), also 5% measurement variance is now permitted.

Our tint laws strictly reference official sources. You are welcome to verify data in official state laws linked below, or get in touch with your local DMV or police department to make sure you are not breaking Utah window tinting laws, rules and regulations.