James Doyle II
James Doyle II | |
|---|---|
| Member of the Rhode Island Senate from the 8th district | |
| In office January 2005 – January 2018 | |
| Preceded by | William Irons |
| Succeeded by | Sandra Cano |
| Personal details | |
| Born | February 16, 1972 |
| Nationality | American |
| Political party | Democratic |
| Residence | Pawtucket, Rhode Island |
| Alma mater | Providence College |
James E. Doyle II (born February 16, 1972) is an American politician and a Democratic member of the Rhode Island Senate representing District 8 until 2018. He resigned in January 2018 citing his battles with alcoholism.
He was also being investigated for check kiting to defraud three local banks of more than $74 million. He was charged and pled guilty to 31 counts of bank fraud and tax evasion.