As Florida Eases Harsh Approach, Study Shows Locking Up Juveniles Makes Them Likelier Adult CriminalsJune 27, 2014 | FlaglerLive | Leave a CommentBetween fiscal year 2010-11 and fiscal year 2012-13, juvenile arrests in Florida declined 23 percent and felony juvenile arrests declined 17 percent, while transfers to adult court declined 36 percent.