Article 12

• Every child and young person has the right to express his or her views freely – about everything that affects him or her.
• The child’s or young person’s views must be given due weight depending on his or her age and maturity.
• The child or young person has the right to be heard in all decision-making processes, including in court hearings. The child or young person can speak for him or herself, or someone else can speak for him or her.