Principle

CRIMINAL LAW – Defences – Alibi – Onus of Proof Remains on Prosecution

Area of law: CRIMINAL LAW
Court: Supreme Court

An alibi defence does not shift the legal burden of proof to the accused. The prosecution retains the burden to prove guilt beyond reasonable doubt, including disproving the alibi. The accused need not prove the alibi—only raise it sufficiently. The prosecution must adduce evidence showing…

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