Daniel Seeram, once a figure in Guyana's opposition ranks, is back in court asking for bail while his conviction is challenged. He was found guilty of assaulting his ex-wife in a way that caused her grievous bodily harm. Seeram argues the verdict was unjust and has moved it to appeal. His politics shifted a little over a year ago, when he left the PNCR side of the APNU grouping for the governing People's Progressive Party Civic. This is not his first bail request, and the court will again weigh release against the seriousness of the offence. Applications of this kind usually hang on whether the appeal looks likely to succeed. Either outcome will attract attention because of his jump between rival parties. The report, updated on Sunday, October 11, gives no date for the hearing.