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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 California, an alibi is indeed a form of defense evidence used in criminal proceedings. An alibi defense involves presenting evidence that the accused was in a different location at the time the crime was committed, making it impossible or unlikely for them to be the perpetrator. The defendant can introduce testimony from witnesses, receipts, videos, electronic records, or any other documentation that can establish their presence elsewhere. Under California law, if a defendant plans to present an alibi, they must inform the prosecution of their intent to use this defense, as well as the specific details of the alibi, including the place where they claim to have been and the names and addresses of the witnesses they intend to call to support their alibi. This requirement allows the prosecution to investigate the validity of the alibi claims before the trial. Failure to provide this information can result in the exclusion of the alibi evidence during the trial. It's important to note that while an alibi can be a powerful defense, the burden of proof still remains on the prosecution to prove the defendant's guilt beyond a reasonable doubt.

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