A. To define offenses, to define adequately the act and mental state which constitute each offense, to place limitations upon the condemnation of conduct as criminal when it is without fault, and to give fair warning to all persons concerning the nature of the conduct prohibited and the penalties authorized upon conviction;

B. To forbid the commission of offenses, and to prevent their occurrence through the deterrent influence of the sentences authorized; to provide for the rehabilitation of those convicted, and their punishment when required in the interest of public protection. (Ord. 200 §1, 1982)