Once a criminal appeal has been determined on its merits under s 668D of the Criminal Code 1899 (Qld), the right of appeal is exhausted and no further appeal lies, even where the applicant seeks to rely on fresh or new evidence. The general jurisdiction of the Supreme Court under s 58 of the Constitution of Queensland 2001 does not confer additional criminal appellate jurisdiction. The only avenue for further review after exhaustion of the appeal right is a reference by the Crown Law Officer under s 672A of the Criminal Code.
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