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11.0101(1) (1) “Candidate" means an individual about whom any of the following applies:

11.0101(1)(a) (a) The individual takes any of the following affirmative actions to seek nomination or election to a state or local office:

11.0101(1)(a)1. 1. Files nomination papers with the appropriate filing officer.

11.0101(1)(a)2. 2. Is nominated as a candidate for state or local office by a caucus under s. 8.05 (1) or by a political party and the nomination is certified to the appropriate filing officer.

11.0101(1)(a)3. 3. Receives a contribution, makes a disbursement, or gives consent for another person to receive a contribution or make a disbursement in order to bring about the individual's nomination or election to a state or local office.

11.0101(1)(b) (b) The individual holds a state or local office and is the subject of a recall petition.

11.0101(1)(c) (c) The individual holds a state or local office.