A. It is unlawful for any person to cause or knowingly permit any minor under the age of eighteen (18) years to drive a motor vehicle upon a highway as an operator unless such minor shall have first obtained a license to so drive a motor vehicle under the provisions of the licensing act of the state.
B. Penalty provisions pertaining to violations of this code are found in chapter 1.16 of this code. (1989 Code: prior code § 42-15-42)