Montana Attorney General, Republican Primary
The chief attorney and prosecutor in Montana
Full office description
- The Attorney General of Montana serves as the chief legal officer of the state. The Attorney General's Office provides legal services to state agencies, represents Montana in civil cases, and assists in prosecuting criminal cases across the state.
- This office is pivotal in enforcing state laws, including consumer protection, internet crimes against children, and cases involving the death penalty. It also plays a significant role in complex legal matters such as American Indian jurisdiction and federal reserved water rights.
- Elected to office, the Attorney General of Montana cannot engage in private legal practice while in office.
- The Attorney General’s leadership extends beyond courtroom advocacy, influencing legal policy and providing essential legal advice to the Governor and state government departments, thereby shaping the legal landscape of Montana.
How this impacts you
Corruption — The Attorney General can investigate and prosecute cases of corruption, such as elected officials that commit ethics violations or misuse state money.
Public Safety — The Attorney General often leads prosecution efforts against complex or large criminal activities, including sex trafficking, crimes against children, and gang activity.
Election results
WINNER
Austin Knudsen
82.3%
146,740 votes
Logan Olson
17.7%
31,627 votes