The 1974 California Secretary of State election was held on November 5, 1974. Democratic nominee March Fong Eu defeated Republican nominee Brian Van Camp with 57.93% of the vote.

Primary elections Primary elections were held on June 4, 1974.

Democratic primary

Candidates March Fong Eu, State Assemblywoman Walter J. Karabian, State Assemblyman Catherine O'Neill Robert S. Jordan Herman Sillas Bruce Edward Brant

Results

Republican primary

Candidates Brian Van Camp Michael B. Montgomery James L. Shinn Wendell T. Handy Willard C. "Bill" Fonda

Results

General election

Candidates Major party candidates March Fong Eu, Democratic Brian Van Camp, Republican

Other candidates Charles C. Ripley, American Independent Kay McGlachlin, Peace and Freedom

Results

References