1978 California lieutenant gubernatorial election

The 1978 California lieutenant gubernatorial election was held on November 7, 1978. Republican nominee Mike Curb defeated Democratic incumbent Mervyn Dymally with 51.64% of the vote. As of 2024, this was the last time a Republican was elected Lieutenant Governor of California.

Primary elections
Primary elections were held on June 6, 1978.

Candidates

 * Mervyn Dymally, incumbent Lieutenant Governor
 * Patricia E. "Penny" Raven
 * Patrick Matthew Fitzpatrick
 * Abe Tapia

Candidates

 * Mike Curb, musician
 * Michael D. Antonovich, State Assemblyman

Candidates
Major party candidates
 * Mike Curb, Republican
 * Mervyn Dymally, Democratic

Other candidates
 * Houston Myers, American Independent
 * Jan B. Tucker, Peace and Freedom