The 1998 Florida Attorney General election was held on November 3, 1998. Democratic incumbent Bob Butterworth defeated Republican nominee David H. Bludworth with 59.56% of the vote. As of 2025, this was the last time a Democrat was elected Florida Attorney General.
Primary elections
Primary elections were held on September 1, 1998.
Democratic primary
Candidates
- Bob Butterworth, Florida Attorney General
- Ellis Rubin, attorney
Results
Republican primary
Candidates
- David H. Bludworth
- Fred Dudley, State Senator
Results
General election
Candidates
- Bob Butterworth, Democratic
- David H. Bludworth, Republican
Results
References


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