Correctional Services Act, 1998 (Act No. 111 of 1998)

Chapter II : Introduction

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The purpose of the correctional system is to contribute to maintaining and protecting a just, peaceful and safe society by-

a)	enforcing sentences of the courts in the manner prescribed by this Act;

b)	detaining all inmates in safe custody whilst ensuring their human dignity; and

c)	promoting the social responsibility and human development of all sentenced offenders.