MEMORANDUM OPINION
We hold that a sentence that exceeds the sentencing guidelines satisfies the requirements of M.C.L. § 769.34(3) when the record confirms that the sentence was imposed as part of a valid plea agreement. Under such circumstances, the statute does not require the specific articulation of additional "substantial and compelling" reasons by the sentencing court. M.C.L. § 769.34(3); People v. Babcock, 469 Mich. 247, 256-258,
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