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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Florida Attorney General Election Results 2022 Moody Defeats Ayala