A sentence at the top of the statistical range for s 113(2) offences is not manifestly excessive where the offence involved considerable planning, was committed on bail, a serious Form 1 accessory offence was taken into account, and there was virtually no mitigating subjective material. The absence of subjective mitigation is a significant distinguishing factor when comparing sentences across cases.
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