Alexander, J. (concurring) — I agree with the dissent that a stipulation to an exceptional sentence is not a substantial and compelling reason justifying imposition of a sentence outside the standard range. While the State and a defendant may certainly stipulate to facts that may support the finding of a reason for an exceptional sentence, the parties cannot by their stipulation bind the sentencing judge to make such a finding…
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