As of Wednesday, it is illegal to text while driving in the city of Aberdeen. City Attorney Adam Altman…
Altman said that those who are stopped at a red light are still considered “in traffic” so it is illegal texting then as well. So how will visitors to Aberdeen will know that there is a texting while driving ban…
It is a class two misdemeanor for those who are caught texting while driving. Altman said that the standard penalty will be a $120 fine. The maximum would be 30 days in jail and/or a $500 fine, however it is not anticipated that the maximum penalty will be handed out.