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      1. Sentence correction. To provide for the correction of sentences imposed without due regard for the sentencing factors set forth in this chapter;[1991, c. 525, §1 (rpr).]
      2. Promote respect for law. To promote respect for law by correcting abuses of the sentencing power and by increasing the fairness of the sentencing process;[1989, c. 218, §5 (new).]
      3. Rehabilitation. To facilitate the possible rehabilitation of an offender by reducing manifest and unwarranted inequalities among the sentences of comparable offenders; and[1989, c. 218, §5 (new).]
      4. Sentencing criteria. To promote the development and application of criteria for sentencing which are both rational and just.[1989, c. 218, §5 (new).]

Section History:

PL 1989,  Ch. 218,   §5 (NEW).
PL 1991,  Ch. 525,   §1 (AMD).