1. It is unlawful for any person to do any act forbidden or fail to perform any act required in this chapter. Except as provided in section 39-10.1-10, a person who violates any of the provisions of this chapter may be assessed a fee not to exceed five dollars.
2. The parent of any child and the guardian of any ward may not authorize or knowingly permit any such child or ward to violate any of the provisions of this chapter.
3. These provisions applicable to bicycles apply whenever a bicycle is operated upon any highway or upon any path set aside for the exclusive use of bicycles subject to those exceptions stated herein.