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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 Indiana, as in other states, 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 crime was committed and therefore could not have been involved in the alleged criminal act. Indiana law requires that if a defendant intends to use an alibi defense, they must notify the prosecution of their intent to claim an alibi. According to Indiana Rule of Criminal Procedure 12.1, the defendant must provide a notice of alibi, which includes specific information about the place where they claim to have been at the time of the alleged offense, as well as the names and addresses of the witnesses they intend to use to support their alibi claim. The prosecution is then entitled to receive this information before the trial, allowing them to investigate the validity of the alibi and prepare for cross-examination of the defendant's witnesses. Failure to provide timely notice of an alibi can result in the exclusion of alibi evidence at trial. It is important for defendants considering an alibi defense to consult with an attorney to ensure compliance with these procedural requirements.

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