Section 730 ILCS 5/1-1-2 - PurposesThe purposes of this Code of Corrections are to:
(a) prescribe sanctions proportionate to the seriousness of the offenses and permit the recognition of differences in rehabilitation possibilities among individual offenders;(b) forbid and prevent the commission of offenses;(c) prevent arbitrary or oppressive treatment of persons adjudicated offenders or delinquents; and(d) restore offenders to useful citizenship.