As used in this chapter, unless the context clearly indicates otherwise, the following definitions apply:
(1) "Commissioner" means the commissioner of political practices created by 13-37-102.
(2) "Public office" has the meaning provided in 13-1-101.
(3) "Recusal" means disqualification from a matter by reason of prejudice or conflict of interest.
(4) "Relative" means a family member who is within the second degree of consanguinity or affinity to the commissioner.