It is a defense to prosecution or suit for a violation under this chapter if at the time of the alleged violation the defendant is a candidate for elective public office and the sign is placed:(1) by a person other than the defendant; and(2) in connection with a campaign for an elective public office by the defendant. Acts 1995, 74th Leg., ch. 165, Sec. 1, eff. Sept. 1, 1995.Amended by: Acts 2007, 80th Leg., R.S., Ch. 612 (H.B. 413), Sec. 3, eff. September 1, 2007.
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