To demonstrate 'exceptional reasons' for bail pending appeal against conviction, an appellant must at least show strong arguable grounds of appeal giving rise to a real concern of injustice from custody following an unsound conviction. Factors such as difficulty preparing an appeal in custody, substantial portion of sentence served, and medical conditions do not of themselves or in combination constitute exceptional reasons, particularly where the appeal is brought grossly out of time.
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