Attorney General Oklahoma in Statewide, Oklahoma

2026 Primary Election

• Jon Echols — Attorney in Oklahoma City, OK

  Jon Echols, born December 3, 1979, is a Republican candidate for Attorney General of Oklahoma in 2026. He previously served District 90 in the Oklahoma House of Representatives from 2012 to 2024, including eight years as House Majority Floor Leader. An attorney with degrees from the University of Oklahoma and Oklahoma City University, Echols also owns health care companies. He has a legislative record of promoting individual rights and championed the Oklahoma Survivors Act. His campaign is focused on creating a "safer, freer, stronger Oklahoma." Echols is married, has three children, and resides in Oklahoma City.

• Jeff Starling — Incumbent Oklahoma Secretary of Energy and Environment in OK

  Jeff Starling is an experienced attorney, businessman, and dedicated public servant running as a Republican for Oklahoma Attorney General in 2026. Born in Virginia, he is currently the Oklahoma Secretary of Energy and Environment, appointed by Gov. Kevin Stitt. Starling, who is not a career politician, emphasizes restoring trust, defending taxpayers, and getting tough on crime. He advocates for protecting Oklahoma's "rule of law" and "way of life," and has led tort reform efforts. He pledges not to accept endorsements from elected officials to avoid conflicts of interest, and stands with President Trump.

• Nick Coffey — Trial Attorney in Oklahoma City, OK

  Nick Coffey, a Democratic candidate for Attorney General of Oklahoma in 2026, is a lifelong Oklahoman and former Assistant U.S. Attorney for the Western District of Oklahoma. A graduate of the University of Oklahoma and its College of Law, he worked at McAfee & Taft and served as a judicial clerk before his federal role. Currently a Trial Attorney at Crowe Dunlevy, Coffey's background includes prosecuting complex cases involving drug offenses, firearms, and criminal organizations. He is running to combat public corruption and "grifting," pledging to hold elected officials accountable and prioritize public service. He positions himself as a prosecutor, not a politician, committed to upholding the rule of law in Oklahoma.