Need To Know: How Dark Can Your Car Window Tint Be In Utah?

Utah takes car window tinting very seriously which makes keeping your car a bit cooler, aesthetically and literally, a challenge.  

However, Utah has...lightened up a bit (get it?) on what is legal and what is not. As of May 7, 2025, these are the LEGAL levels of tint you can have on your car in Utah.  

• 70% or more light allowance on windshields 
• 35% or more light allowance on front side windows 
• No metallic or reflective materials 

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Can You Be Pulled Over For Window Tint Issues In Utah?

One thing to keep in mind is that if you have less than a 5% variance on your front side windows, you may be okay more or less. However, it is perfectly legal to be pulled over for window tint under probable cause. If a peace officer finds that your tints are a bit too heavy or could pose a danger to your driving, you could be getting a ticket or a fine.  

The good news for the back end of your car is that any darkness can be used! So, the back side windows and rear windows aren’t as much of a concern. For those who store their groceries or kids back there, that's some good news.  

Sadly, with no metallic or mirrored materials allowed on parts of a car tint, keeping that heat out becomes more difficult in Utah. I highly advise getting one of those sunshades for summer to help beat the heat. However, that doesn’t do much when you’re driving. 

So, just keep in mind that no matter how “cool” you want your car to be, the beehive state takes its regulations seriously.