The 1970 California lieutenant gubernatorial election was held on November 3, 1970. Incumbent Republican Edwin Reinecke defeated Democratic nominee Al Alquist with 54.79% of the vote.
Primary elections
Primary elections were held on June 2, 1970.
Democratic primary
Candidates
- Al Alquist, State Senator
- Robert A. Wenke
- Robert L. Coate
- Cecilia A. Pedroza
Results
General election
Candidates
Major party candidates
- Edwin Reinecke, Republican
- Al Alquist, Democratic
Other candidates
- John Haag, Peace and Freedom
- Merwun H. Hemp, American Independent
Results
References
