Research Brief
As Youthful Arrests Spike, Their Consequences Rise, Too
Jul 19, 2019
Juvenile Delinquency
Juvenile Delinquency
Juvenile delinquency—negative behaviors of children and teens that may result in crimes or legal action—frequently causes widespread problems in communities. RAND's research on juvenile delinquency includes populations from diverse socioeconomic backgrounds and features studies related to crime and juvenile justice, at-risk populations, violence, bullying, substance abuse prevention and treatment, and adolescent mental health.
