10 Questions
What type of evidence should the defendant provide to support their alibi?
General statements and vague details
In the context of an alibi defense, what does the term 'nexus' refer to?
Clear connection between alibi and crime
According to the Court of Appeal, what does a successful plea of alibi establish?
The innocence of the accused
What is a key requirement for a defendant's alibi to be successful?
Proving their whereabouts with specific details
What type of evidence would NOT be considered sufficient to establish an alibi defense?
Vague or general statements
What does an alibi defense aim to prove about the accused?
Their innocence
What must the defendant show in relation to their alibi and the crime committed?
The physical impossibility of being at the scene of the crime
Which type of evidence strengthens an alibi claim by providing additional support?
Witness testimonies and CCTV footage
At what point will vague or general statements be considered sufficient for establishing an alibi defense?
When no other corroborative evidence is available
What is crucial for a successful plea of the defense of alibi?
The establishment that the accused was elsewhere during the crime
Learn about the unique nature of the alibi defense in law, where the accused maintains they did not commit the crime at all. Explore how this defense contradicts the usual approach of admitting guilt with an explanation to lessen the punishment.
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