What two elements are necessary for a confidential informant to be deemed reliable?

To determine the reliability of a confidential informant, it is essential to consider both the informant’s reliability and the reliability of the information they provide. A reliable informant not only has a history of providing accurate and truthful information but also has been verified through past interactions or corroborated details. This dual requirement ensures that law enforcement can act on the information with a reasonable expectation of its validity.

While trustworthiness and corroboration are important factors, the focus on the overall reliability of both the informant and the information allows for a comprehensive assessment. Simply being familiar with police methods or having recent activity, or relying on experience in crime without a track record of reliability, does not provide the same level of assurance needed for police action.