Sure. Their choice.
no,cannot
There is no such process. A child of 12 is not allowed to choose.
yes
When they are 18. Minors are not allowed to choose.
Tell them how you feel. Unfortunately a child below 18 is not allowed to choose for themselves.
As long as you are a minor you are not allowed to decide who you will live with.
A 12yo child is not allowed to choose where to live so if the parents have decided on this they have to go to court to change the custody order.
You must file for guardianship in the jurisdiction where the child currently legally resides with the provision the child be allowed to move with you to NC if your petition is approved.
Different countries have different legislation regarding chastisement of a child. In some countries it is prohibited in others allowed. Check the law where you live.
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This is interpreted by the judge as to the maturity of the child, but the rule of thumb is age 12. see links below for further info.
No. Their children get no choice. Their child would choose to live. Always.