Abbott is being prosecuted for the murder of Costello. To prove he did not commit the crime, Abbott wishes to testify that after the murder was committed, Barney, a member of the Coasties, a violent street gang, told him that the Coasties had killed Costello. Abbott is not a member of the Coasties. Which of the following statements is correct?

a. Since Abbott's testimony concerning Barney's statement would be highly self-serving, the court should ex- clude it as a waste of time.

b. Although Barney's statement is relevant to Abbott's innocence, it is hearsay when offered for that purpose.

c. Barney's statement is not hearsay when offered to prove Abbott's innocence, but it must be excluded because Its probative value is substantially outweighed by the danger of unfair prejudice.

d. Barney's statement is relevant non-hearsay when offered to prove Abbott's innocence.

e. None of the above.