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.