Christina Daly Gets to Lead DJJ as Secretary

Christina Daly, who has led the Department of Juvenile Justice on an interim basis since July, will be Gov. Rick Scotts secretary of the department.

Christina has provided strong leadership at the Department of Juvenile Justice and shown a commitment to improving the lives of Florida children, Scott said on Thursday. We announced this week that youth arrests are at the lowest level in 30 years, and I know she will keep working to increase public safety. Christina has shown a dedication to enriching the lives of every Florida child, and Im confident shell continue to make Florida the best place to raise a family.

Im honored and humbled to be named secretary of the Department of Juvenile Justice, Daly said. I am committed to continuing our success in decreasing delinquency and increasing safety for every child in Florida. Under Gov. Scotts leadership, we will continue to work to make Florida the best place to live, work and raise a family.