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Underglow in Utah

Conditional

Underglow is legal in Utah, including while driving, subject to color and flashing limits: No red or blue visible from directly in front, no flashing or rotating, and rear-facing light must show red.

Verified against primary sources · August 2026

What the law says

Utah does not ban underglow — it restricts colors and behavior. No red or blue visible from directly in front, no flashing or rotating, and rear-facing light must show red.

Specific Limits

Restrictions
No red or blue visible from directly in front, no flashing or rotating, and rear-facing light must show red.
While driving
allowed

Exceptions & Exemptions

Underglow lights must not be red or blue, cannot flash or rotate, and must not be visible from the front or rear of the vehicle. Only white and amber lights are permitted on the front, red and amber on the rear.

Statute

Utah Code § 41-6a-1616

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Frequently Asked Questions

Are underglow legal in Utah?
Underglow is legal in Utah, including while driving, subject to color and flashing limits: No red or blue visible from directly in front, no flashing or rotating, and rear-facing light must show red.
What are the exact underglow limits in Utah?
Restrictions: No red or blue visible from directly in front, no flashing or rotating, and rear-facing light must show red.. While driving: allowed. Source: Utah Code § 41-6a-1616.
Are there exceptions for underglow in Utah?
Underglow lights must not be red or blue, cannot flash or rotate, and must not be visible from the front or rear of the vehicle. Only white and amber lights are permitted on the front, red and amber on the rear.

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