Utah's current window tint law states, minimum visible light transmission after window film is applied of 43% through the front passenger windows, and ANY darkness on all windows behind the front passenger windows, and the top 4 inches or down to the AS1 line on the windshield ANY darkness.
However every state surrounding Utah allows a visible light transmission of 28% on the front doors, and ANY behind that. I understand the concern for officer safety during a traffic stop.
However the current law also states that if your vehicle does not have 2 exterior side view mirrors, You CANNOT have any tint, So why not modify the law to allow 28% light transmission through the front doors and ANY darkness behind that if and only if you have fully functioning Power windows, and require drivers to roll down all windows during a traffic stop, and if you do not have functioning power windows the law remains at 43% front ANY darkness behind that.
This solves multiple problems with people passing through the state from surrounding states with 28% on the front doors, also still protects officer safety during a traffic stop.
Also why should installers within the State of Utah be held responsible for the choices of others about what darkness of window film they choose to have installed on their vehicle, If installers in Utah have to refuse, they just go across the state line and have tinted how they want anyways, which then cause Utah business to lose business, also the State of Utah to lose sales tax revenue.
Sign this petition to change Utah's Window Tinting Laws.
The local tint shops are telling me they lose business every single day due to these outdated rules. I am drafting a proposal now to show the legislature how fixing this helps Utah shops keep their customers.
February 23, 2013
The momentum behind this change is growing fast. It is clear that Utah drivers are ready for these common sense updates.
14 Comments
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Anonymous
7 years ago
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We need to have darker tint on our windows, it's a public safety feature. Avoid overheating of the driver and the cabin, makes driving the vehicle safer and makes the road way more visible, because window tint polarizes the view out. No more glare, which is great during day and night time.
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Nicholas Smith
7 years ago
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First time I had 8% tint in a vehicle and I loved how much cooler my truck was and it let's in less light so it helps with the glare I think the law is dumb but I do see it from both sides, Utah is a desert state and the state should let us have lower tint for that reason!
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Anonymous
7 years ago
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This law needs to change I live in Southern Utah where it get well over 100 degrees in the summer and it keeps my car cool not only for me but my wife a baby girl
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Tyler Joseph Barnes
7 years ago
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Let’s at least get on board with other states, I’ve driven with 22% on my windshield and front sides for almost 2 years and haven’t had visibility problems at all! Let the cops focus on actual crimes!
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Juliana Franco
9 years ago
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Such a strict law hurts citizens interested in investing in the benefits window film can provide:
-Reduces the sun's glare, helping prevent accidents due to excess glare
-Blocks 99.9% of UV radiation
-Keeps vehicles more comfortable by reducing solar heat gain
-Adds privacy for drivers, passengers and belongings
-Discourages smash and grab theft
-Helps protect interiors from fading
-Eliminates the need for mounted shades, which can become dangerous projectiles in the case of an accident.
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Justin South
12 years ago
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I completely agree with this. I always roll every window down possible and keep my hands on the wheel when stopped by policemen in hopes to ease their approach on me. I should not be required to have a certain tint on my windows because it does not hinder me in any way.
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Joaquin Gonzalez
4 years ago
Make it a secondary offense
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Jacob Harding
5 years ago
The law is rather useless. Causes more harm than good. Protection from the sun is beneficial for the occupants of the vehical and the safety of the drivers around them.
Utah's current window tint law states, minimum visible light transmission after window film is applied of 43% through the front passenger windows, and ANY darkness on all windows behind the front passenger windows, and the top 4 inches or down to the AS1 line on the windshield ANY darkness.
However every state surrounding Utah allows a visible light transmission of 28% on the front doors, and ANY behind that. I understand the concern for officer safety during a traffic stop.
However the current law also states that if your vehicle does not have 2 exterior side view mirrors, You CANNOT have any tint, So why not modify the law to allow 28% light transmission through the front doors and ANY darkness behind that if and only if you have fully functioning Power windows, and require drivers to roll down all windows during a traffic stop, and if you do not have functioning power windows the law remains at 43% front ANY darkness behind that.
This solves multiple problems with people passing through the state from surrounding states with 28% on the front doors, also still protects officer safety during a traffic stop.
Also why should installers within the State of Utah be held responsible for the choices of others about what darkness of window film they choose to have installed on their vehicle, If installers in Utah have to refuse, they just go across the state line and have tinted how they want anyways, which then cause Utah business to lose business, also the State of Utah to lose sales tax revenue.
Sign this petition to change Utah's Window Tinting Laws.
The local tint shops are telling me they lose business every single day due to these outdated rules. I am drafting a proposal now to show the legislature how fixing this helps Utah shops keep their customers.
February 23, 2013
The momentum behind this change is growing fast. It is clear that Utah drivers are ready for these common sense updates.
14 Comments
A
Anonymous
7 years ago
Featured
We need to have darker tint on our windows, it's a public safety feature. Avoid overheating of the driver and the cabin, makes driving the vehicle safer and makes the road way more visible, because window tint polarizes the view out. No more glare, which is great during day and night time.
N
Nicholas Smith
7 years ago
Featured
First time I had 8% tint in a vehicle and I loved how much cooler my truck was and it let's in less light so it helps with the glare I think the law is dumb but I do see it from both sides, Utah is a desert state and the state should let us have lower tint for that reason!
A
Anonymous
7 years ago
Featured
This law needs to change I live in Southern Utah where it get well over 100 degrees in the summer and it keeps my car cool not only for me but my wife a baby girl
T
Tyler Joseph Barnes
7 years ago
Featured
Let’s at least get on board with other states, I’ve driven with 22% on my windshield and front sides for almost 2 years and haven’t had visibility problems at all! Let the cops focus on actual crimes!
J
Juliana Franco
9 years ago
Featured
Such a strict law hurts citizens interested in investing in the benefits window film can provide:
-Reduces the sun's glare, helping prevent accidents due to excess glare
-Blocks 99.9% of UV radiation
-Keeps vehicles more comfortable by reducing solar heat gain
-Adds privacy for drivers, passengers and belongings
-Discourages smash and grab theft
-Helps protect interiors from fading
-Eliminates the need for mounted shades, which can become dangerous projectiles in the case of an accident.
J
Justin South
12 years ago
Featured
I completely agree with this. I always roll every window down possible and keep my hands on the wheel when stopped by policemen in hopes to ease their approach on me. I should not be required to have a certain tint on my windows because it does not hinder me in any way.
J
Joaquin Gonzalez
4 years ago
Make it a secondary offense
J
Jacob Harding
5 years ago
The law is rather useless. Causes more harm than good. Protection from the sun is beneficial for the occupants of the vehical and the safety of the drivers around them.
We need to have darker tint on our windows, it's a public safety feature. Avoid overheating of the driver and the cabin, makes driving the vehicle safer and makes the road way more visible, because window tint polarizes the view out. No more glare, which is great during day and night time.