IC 3-9-8-2: "Candidate"

Sec. 2. (a) For purposes of this chapter, subject to subsection (b), "candidate" has the meaning set forth in IC 3-5-2.1-16.

(b) For purposes of this chapter, "candidate" includes an individual who holds an elected office, including:

(1) a federal or state office, including a federal or state legislative office;

(2) a school board office; or

(3) a local office.