Although the number of juveniles who commit crimes has remained approximately the same or increased only slightly in the past decade, the offenses have become more serious and more deadly. This trend has moved many juvenile courts toward a public safety orientation that has obscured the court's original thrust of rehabilitation. There are no model systems for cities and States to duplicate, but the Office of Juvenile Justice and Delinquency Prevention of the U.S. Department of Justice has published a report on promising interventions in juvenile justice. Some common elements of successful programs are treatment and rehabilitation in small groups, with a clear focus, effective case management, and intensive staff supervision. The programs that work teach juveniles to be accountable for their actions. There is also an emphasis on early intervention when a child manifests behavioral problems in school. Addressing problems early is important in preventing more serious deviant behaviors. Minnesota has abandoned the longstanding concept that all youths can be rehabilitated and that no juveniles should be imprisoned. Some will be tried as adults and face the greater likelihood of jail time that goes with it. Youths involved in first-time or minor offenses still pass through the traditional juvenile court system. Those 14 years old or older who commit more serious felony offenses or who are repeat offenders are sent to adult court, where they are afforded all the rights of adult defendants, as well as the sentencing possibilities.