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An alibi is a form of evidence used to defend against a criminal charge by demonstrating that the accused was somewhere other than the scene of the crime when the crime was committed.

In Alaska, as in other jurisdictions, an alibi is a defense strategy used in criminal proceedings where the accused aims to prove they were in a different location at the time the crime was committed and therefore could not have been involved in the alleged criminal act. The rules governing the use of alibi defenses in Alaska are similar to those in other states, where the defendant is typically required to notify the prosecution of their intention to use an alibi defense before the trial begins. This notification must usually include specific information about the place where the defendant claims to have been, as well as the names of any witnesses who can support the alibi. This allows the prosecution to investigate the validity of the alibi and prepare for cross-examination of the witnesses. Failure to provide timely notice of an alibi can result in the defense being prohibited from presenting it at trial. The burden of proof remains on the prosecution to prove the defendant's guilt beyond a reasonable doubt, but a well-substantiated alibi can be a powerful tool in casting doubt on the prosecution's case.

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