My (brother / sister / friend) borrowed the car." or "I did not know his/her license was suspended. Why am I responsible?

Under Section 14604 CVC, the owner has a duty to ensure the person driving their vehicle possesses a valid license; however, if you allow or permit anyone, including: your wife or husband, son or daughter, or friend to drive your vehicle and that person does not have a valid driver's license, you will be responsible for all law enforcement fees and storage fees. You will not have access to the vehicle for 30 days

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1. Can I put after-market tinting on the windows of my vehicle?
2. How long will I have to wait until the vehicle can be released?
3. I don't understand. Why 30 days? I absolutely need my car.
4. Is it illegal to use my cellular telephone while I'm driving?
5. My (brother / sister / friend) borrowed the car." or "I did not know his/her license was suspended. Why am I responsible?
6. Why is driving without a valid driver's license so serious?
7. Why was my car impounded?