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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 Connecticut, as in other jurisdictions, an alibi is a defense strategy used in criminal proceedings where the defendant aims to prove they were in a different location at the time the alleged crime was committed, and therefore could not have been involved in the crime. The defendant can introduce evidence such as witness testimony, receipts, videos, electronic records, or any other documentation that can establish their presence elsewhere. Under Connecticut law, if a defendant intends to use an alibi defense, they must notify the prosecution of their intent to claim an alibi. This notice must include specific information about the place where the defendant claims to have been at the time of the alleged offense, as well as the names and addresses of the witnesses the defense intends to call to support the alibi claim. This procedural requirement allows the prosecution to investigate the validity of the alibi and prepare for cross-examination of the alibi witnesses. Failure to provide proper notice can result in the exclusion of the alibi evidence at trial. The burden of proof in criminal cases remains on the prosecution to prove the defendant's guilt beyond a reasonable doubt, but presenting a credible alibi can be a powerful tool in casting doubt on the prosecution's case.

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