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traffic-stop · Palm Beach County, Florida

The deputy who cited Kathleen Thomas for using her missing hand is now under agency review

What happened?

Disciplined

The $116 citation issued to Kathleen Thomas was dismissed at the request of Deputy Yosvani Quesada due to insufficient evidence, and Deputy Quesada's conduct is currently under agency review by the Palm Beach County Sheriff's Office.

6 sourcesBy AfterTheClip Desk · Last checked Jun 28, 2026

By AfterTheClip Research

Sources: youtube.com; youtube.com

Timeline

  1. The traffic stop occurred in Palm Beach County, Florida, where Deputy Yosvani Quesada accused Kathleen Thomas of using her right hand to manipulate a cellphone.

  2. Deputy Quesada issued Kathleen Thomas a $116 citation for using her phone while driving.

  3. The $116 citation issued to Kathleen Thomas was dismissed at the request of Deputy Quesada due to a lack of evidence and issues with citation software labeling.

  4. The bodycam footage of the incident, posted by Kathleen Thomas on TikTok, became widely shared, leading to public discussion.

  5. Deputy Yosvani Quesada's conduct during the traffic stop is currently under agency review by the Palm Beach County Sheriff's Office.

What people are asking

What is the phone law in Florida 2026?

The provided information does not detail the specific Florida phone law in 2026, only that Kathleen Thomas was cited for using her phone while driving and that the incident contributed to broader discussions about cellphone enforcement laws.

What happened to Deputy Yosvani Quesada?

Deputy Yosvani Quesada's conduct during the traffic stop is currently under agency review by the Palm Beach County Sheriff's Office, and he 'could be facing disciplinary measures.' However, no public disciplinary action has been announced.

Did Kathleen Thomas face any charges?

Kathleen Thomas was issued a $116 citation for using her phone while driving, which she contested. The citation was later dismissed, and she did not have to pay the civil penalty. There is no information indicating she was arrested, charged, sentenced, or acquitted beyond contesting the ticket.

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How we researched this & corrections

Information was gathered from multiple news reports and official statements following the incident, with follow-up research prioritizing recent and specific findings.

Corrections: corrections@aftertheclip.com.

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