Sec. 14. (a) This section does not apply to:
(1) a cross-petitioner who is determined to have been nominated or elected after a recount; or
(2) an opposing party in a contest action who prevails.
(b) A candidate filing a cross-petition under IC 3-12-11 or an opposing party in a contest action under IC 3-12-11 shall reimburse the state for the expenses of the state recount commission in the amount of the cash deposit required under IC 3-12-11-11.