The 1998 Ohio Attorney General election was held on November 3, 1998, to elect the Ohio Attorney General. Republican incumbent Ohio Attorney General Betty Montgomery defeated Democratic challenger Solicitor General of Ohio Richard Cordray in a landslide, securing 62.17% of the vote.

Republican primary Candidates Betty Montgomery, incumbent Ohio Attorney General (1995–2003) Campaign The Republican primary was held on May 3, 1998. Montgomery won renomination without opposition. Results

Democratic primary Candidates Richard Cordray, Solicitor General of Ohio (1993–1995) Campaign The Democratic primary was held on May 3, 1998. Cordray won the Democratic nomination unopposed. Results

General election Candidates Betty Montgomery, incumbent Ohio Attorney General (1995–2003) (Republican) Richard Cordray, Solicitor General of Ohio (1993–1995) (Democratic) Results

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