Where partial cumulation of sentences results in a non-parole period exceeding the statutory proportion of the total sentence, the sentencing judge should provide reasons for the increased ratio; failure to do so may result in appellate intervention to apply the statutory formulation. First committal into custody does not of itself require a finding of special circumstances under s 44.
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