Can I refuse corporal punishment?

I go to a school in Texas that allows corporal punishment. My mom gave the school consent but I’m 18 and legally an adult. Don’t I have the right to make that decision?

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MikeSp · 56-60, M

Why would you want to? If you broke the rules, man up and take the licks. It only hurts for a few minutes but it rewires your brain in several good ways. You will look back on this with pride that you honorably received the consequences.

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MikeSp · 56-60, M

@Glambarber I bet your statement applies to most people but I grew up receiving CP and all were fair and earned. Fortunately, I am no longer in that position as I have learned how to behave as an adult should.

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MikeSp · 56-60, M

@Glambarber Just to clarify, I was never falsely accused. Don't know about laws in your country, but in the US, even in school discipline cases, the accused has the right to have an investigation and the charges proven. If there is any doubt, the school would do well to not punish lest the parents of student file a lawsuit.