§ 39-16-501. Part definitions.

TN Code § 39-16-501 (2019) (N/A)
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(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.