What type of test was performed on the white powder at the traffic stop?
Question 2
2.
What was the basis for the police making an arrest at the traffic stop?
Question 3
3.
What are 3 limitations of using field test kits such as the one used by this officer?
Question 4
4.
The policeman stated the driver had methamphetamine in his car. Is this a valid conclusion based on scientific evidence? Explain.
Question 5
5.
Why was the driver awarded a settlement of $37,000 for a false arrest?
Question 6
6.
If evidence is considered to be reliable evidence, what does that mean?
Question 7
7.
If evidence is considered to be valid or truthful, what does that mean in terms of:
The person performing the testing?
The equipment used to perform the testing?
The protocol followed to perform the testing?
Question 8
8.
What arguments could you present to support the claim that the use of presumptive drug testing kits should not be the basis for arresting someone on the grounds of possession of controlled substances? Cite evidence to support your claim.
