A. It shall be unlawful for any person to assist, abet, permit or encourage any minor under the age of eighteen years to violate any of the provisions of this Chapter.

B. As used in this chapter, the word “permitting” is not limited to its affirmative meaning, but includes negative action implying no affirmative act and involving no intent, but shall include passivity or abstaining from preventive action; as used in this chapter, the word “permitting” means to allow to be done, either by consent or by not prohibiting; as used herein the word “permitting” also means to give an opportunity to a minor under the age of eighteen years who will take advantage of the opportunity unless restrained. The word “permitting” as used in this chapter also means allowing or acquiescing, or acquiescing by failing to prevent, or conceding, granting, or giving leave, or suffering, tolerating or sanctioning. (Ord. 2013-2 § 14, 2013; Ord. 111 NS § 2, 1959; prior code § 14-2.)