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. (1) by a person other than the defendant; and
2. (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.

Acts 2007, 80th Leg., R.S., Ch. 612 (H.B. 413), Sec. 3, eff. September 1, 2007.