(1) It is unlawful for the owner, or any other person, employing or otherwise directing the driver of any vehicle, to require to knowingly permit the operation of such vehicle upon a roadway in any manner contrary to law.

(2) The parent or custodian of any child and the guardian of any ward or person having charge of any blind, confused or incapacitated person shall not authorize or knowingly permit any such person to violate any provisions of this Code.