When the request is made by the minor, the refusal to hear the minor can only be based on his or her lack of discernment or on the fact that the proceedings do not concern him or her.
When the request is made by the parties, the hearing may also be refused if the judge does not consider it necessary for the resolution of the dispute or if it appears to be contrary to the interests of the minor child.
The minor and the parties are notified of the refusal by any means. In all cases, the reasons for the refusal are stated in the decision on the merits.