(1) “Public servant” means a person elected, selected, employed or otherwise designated as one (1) of the following, even if the person has not yet qualified for office or assumed the duties:
(A) An officer, employee, or agent of government;
(B) A juror or grand juror;
(C) An arbitrator or other person who is authorized by law or private written contract to hear or determine a controversy;
(D) An attorney or notary public performing a governmental function; or
(E) A candidate for nomination or election to public office; and
(2) “Statement” means any representation of fact.