North Carolina RADAR State Practice Exam

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In U.S. v. Sowards, what aspect of an officer's opinion was considered unreasonable?

Opinion of two officers
Uncorroborated opinion for a vehicle at 75 mph
The specified speed limit of the zone
Evidence collected from the scene

The correct answer is: Uncorroborated opinion for a vehicle at 75 mph

In U.S. v. Sowards, the focus on an officer's opinion being deemed unreasonable centers around the aspect of an uncorroborated opinion regarding a vehicle’s speed, specifically the assertion that the vehicle was traveling at 75 mph. For an officer's opinion to be considered credible and reasonable in a traffic enforcement context, it often needs to be supported by corroborating evidence or observations. In this case, simply claiming a vehicle's speed without additional evidence or verification renders the opinion weak. This lack of corroboration plays a pivotal role in determining the legal standards for traffic enforcement and the admissibility of such opinions in court. Thus, the reasonableness of an officer's evaluation hinges on more than just personal belief; it requires supporting facts or checks to substantiate the claim.