Article 101 - General Purposes - Illinois Statutes

      (725 ILCS 5/Art. 101 heading)ARTICLE 101. GENERAL PURPOSES

(725 ILCS 5/101‑1) (from Ch. 38, par. 101‑1)     Sec. 101‑1. General purposes.     The provisions of this Code shall be construed in accordance with the general purposes hereof, to:     (a) Secure simplicity in procedure;     (b) Ensure fairness of administration including the elimination of unjustifiable delay;     (c) Ensure the effective apprehension and trial of persons accused of crime;     (d) Provide for the just determination of every criminal proceeding by a fair and impartial trial and an adequate review; and     (e) Preserve the public welfare and secure the fundamental human rights of individuals. (Source: Laws 1963, p. 2836.)