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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 Oklahoma, an alibi is indeed recognized as a legitimate defense in criminal proceedings. An alibi defense is based on the premise that the defendant was in a different location at the time the crime was committed, and therefore could not have been involved in the alleged criminal act. Oklahoma law requires that if a defendant intends to use an alibi defense, they must notify the prosecution before the trial. This notification must include specific information about the place where the defendant claims to have been, as well as the names and addresses of witnesses who can corroborate 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 exclusion of alibi evidence at trial. The burden of proof remains on the prosecution to prove the defendant's guilt beyond a reasonable doubt, but presenting a credible alibi can raise reasonable doubt and contribute to a defendant's acquittal.

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