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In the case of repackaging a DEA Schedule II drug, it is essential to understand how expiration dates work in relation to both the drug's original expiration date and the regulations governing repackaging.

For a drug that has an expiration date of March 2014, when it is repackaged, the new expiration date must be based on the original manufacturer's expiration date or the date established by the pharmacy, considering proper stability and shelf-life determinations. However, if the drug is repackaged beyond a predetermined period post-manufacture, the expiration date may need to reflect that reduced shelf life.

In this scenario, the correct expiration date to place on the unit dose packages is likely to be January 30, 2014. This date is before the original expiration of March 2014 but adheres to standard practices of allowing for a buffer period prior to the warranty of the drug's stability.

It is important to note that the other choices should not be selected, as they either extend beyond the manufacturer’s original expiration date or fall far too early into the time frame, failing to adhere to the usual standards for repackaged medications.