Opinion ID: 2274559
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Heading: Admission of LIDAR distance measurement.

Text: Harris contends the LIDAR device provides unreliable and untrustworthy distance measurements. Delaware courts have admitted LIDAR distance and speed measurements, after the State offers a trained and certified operator's testimony, and a proper foundation for the testimony. [36] In Jarwan, the trial judge ruled, based on expert testimony, that LIDAR devices provide admissible, relevant, and scientifically reliable speed measurements. [37] Because LIDAR calculates admissible speed measurements, based upon its distance measurement to the target, it follows that a trial judge could reasonably rely upon and admit LIDAR distance measurements. [38] At trial, Stubbs testified to his qualification and operation, and the device's proper calibration and functioning. The trial judge did not abuse his discretion by admitting the LIDAR distance measurement into evidence.