For purposes of this Chapter, the term "legislator" as defined in G.S.120C-100(7) and the term "public servant" as defined in G.S.138A-3(30)a. shall include an individual having filed a notice of candidacy for such office under G.S.163-106 or Article 11 of Chapter 163 of the General Statutes or nominated under G.S.163-114 or G.S.163-98.
N.C. Gen. Stat. § 120C-104