Leviste (born January 14, 1940) is a Filipino politician, who served as Governor of Batangas from 1972 to 1980.
Born to a distinguished Batangueño family renowned in both business and politics, he was married to Senator Loren Legarda, separating from her before the 2004 election campaign.
The be-medalled Asian Games equestrienne Toni Leviste is his daughter from a previous marriage.
Leviste was sentenced to six years in prison for the murder of his long-time aide, Rafael de las Alas.
Leviste served his sentence at the National Bilibid Prison in Muntinlupa and on December 6, 2013, he was released after his parole was granted.