It is unlawful for any person to do any act forbidden or to fail to perform any act required by this chapter. The parent of any child and the guardian of any ward shall not authorize or knowingly permit any such child or ward to violate any of the provisions of this chapter. As used herein, the term motor-driven cycle shall include every motorcycle weighing when fully equipped less than 200 pounds and every bicycle with motor attached, excluding an electric bicycle, and every motor scooter.
Ala. Code § 32-12-20 (1975)