The combination of strong prospects of success on appeal and a short sentence such that the appeal would be rendered nugatory without bail can constitute exceptional reasons for bail pending appeal under cl 4A of pt C of sch 1 of the Bail Act 1982 (WA). There is no sentencing tariff for dangerous driving occasioning death or grievous bodily harm in Western Australia.
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