An applicant seeking an extension of time to appeal against conviction based on guilty pleas must provide a sufficient explanation for the delay, file supporting material including an outline of argument, and demonstrate an arguable ground of appeal. A bare assertion of alibi unsupported by evidence, contradicted by the applicant's criminal history, and unexplained in the context of a voluntary guilty plea, does not constitute an arguable ground.
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