The statutory right of appeal under s 668D of the Criminal Code 1899 (Qld) is exhausted once an appeal has been considered on its merits, and the Court of Appeal lacks jurisdiction to entertain a further appeal against the same convictions. An extension of time to appeal against sentence will not be granted where the delay is approximately two and a half years, the explanation for the delay is inadequate, and the sentence is not arguably manifestly excessive.
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