The 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;

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Terms Used In Illinois Compiled Statutes 730 ILCS 5/1-1-2


     (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.