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Michael Ramsey

WA parliament passes conviction appeal law

Western Australia's Attorney-General John Quigley is in favour of the new appeals legislation in WA. (AAP)

West Australians convicted of serious crimes will be able to pursue further appeals after the state parliament passed new laws.

The legislation, approved by the upper house on Wednesday, allows individuals to make a second or subsequent challenge against their convictions if fresh and compelling evidence emerges.

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