Illinois Statutes

§ 101-1 — General purposes

Illinois·Topic RIGHTS AND REMEDIES·Ch. 725 CRIMINAL PROCEDURE·Act 725 ILCS 5/ Code of Criminal Procedure of 1963.·Art. Title I - General Provisions

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.

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Legislative History

(Source: Laws 1963, p. 2836.)
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