What is required to establish reasonable grounds?

To establish reasonable grounds, it is essential to have a subjective belief that is backed by an objective basis in facts. This means that an individual's belief about a situation must be supported by observable evidence or information that can be verified.

For instance, if a police officer suspects that a person is involved in criminal activity, they must not only hold that belief based on their intuition or experience but must also have concrete facts that justify their suspicion—such as the person's behavior, the surrounding circumstances, or specific information linked to criminal activity.

This requirement strikes a balance between having a personal judgment and ensuring that such a judgment is anchored in reality, making the reasoning sound and justifiable. This approach helps prevent arbitrary or capricious decisions and supports the legitimacy of police actions in legal contexts.

Without a factual basis, a subjective belief alone would not satisfy the requirement for reasonable grounds, nor would objective facts alone without any personal belief provide the necessary justification for taking action. Similarly, a collective opinion among officers does not automatically equate to reasonable grounds unless it’s based on supported facts.