David Knowles (born September 5, 1952) served in the California State Assembly representing the 7th district from December 3, 1990 to November 30, 1992 and the 4th district from December 7, 1992 to November 30, 1996.
Knowles also served as a Chief Executive for the California Earthquake Authority from January 4, 1999 to January 16, 2002.