Cumulative sentences are appropriate for aggravated burglaries committed on separate occasions and of a different character from other offences, even where the total sentence is substantial. The commission of offences while on bail aggravates the criminality. A total sentence of 7 years for a combination of dangerous driving causing death, dangerous driving causing grievous bodily harm, stealing a motor vehicle, and two aggravated burglaries of occupied domestic premises is within range.
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