Correctional Services Act, 1998 (Act No. 111 of 1998)Chapter II : Introduction2. Purpose of correctional system |
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. |