One recent study predicts that one in every 20 children born today will spend some time in jail.
Experts suggest some ways the nation can prepare itself in advance to stem the potential bloodshed.
Their first priority is to reform the antiquated juvenile justice system. Virginia and other states are considering transferring more violent offenders 14 and older straight to adult court, and sending non-violent offenders to boot camp. An earlier report from the same group found that having a Big Brother or Big Sister cut first-time drug use by 46 percent and reduced alcohol use as well, lowered school absenteeism by 52 percent, and reduced violent behavior by 32 percent.