Does Utah Require a Front License Plate?

Utah law requires that every vehicle registered in Utah, other than a motorcycle, trailer, or semitrailer, must have a license plate securely attached to the front and rear of the vehicle.

How many license plates are required in Utah?

All registered vehicles in Utah must display license plates. Utah has three standard issue plates and a variety of other plates available, and most can be personalized.

Can you get pulled over for not having a front license plate in Utah?

According to state officials, approximately one-in-five cars on Utah roads do not have a plate on the front of their vehicle. The current law specifies that violation of this law is only a secondary offense, meaning that it cannot be the primary purpose for which a person is pulled over by a police officer.