The case is a routine application of the exceptional reasons test for bail pending appeal against conviction under cl 4A pt C sch 1 of the Bail Act 1982 (WA). Where an appellant has been convicted on a guilty plea, the high threshold for setting aside such a conviction (per [name withheld] v The Queen) is a relevant factor in assessing the strength of proposed appeal grounds for bail purposes.
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