E.A. Gjelten

Legal Editor

E.A. (Liz) Gjelten has been a legal editor at Nolo since 2016. She enjoys using her research, analytical, and writing skills to translate complex legal issues into jargon-free language that’s accessible to lay readers without compromising accuracy.

Legal background. Before coming to Nolo, Liz worked for 12 years as a legal author for Thomson Reuters, writing about new legal developments in family law and workers’ compensation for Westlaw and print publications. She also researched and wrote the annual roundup of new California legislation for a monthly family law journal. Before that, Liz worked for 15 years as an author, legal editor, and managing editor for California Family Law Report, a small legal publishing company.

Working at Nolo. Since 2021, Liz has worked as the legal editor for family law and divorce, drawing on her years of experience researching, writing, and editing in that area. Before that, Liz was a special projects editor, writing articles on a range of topics, including workers’ compensation, civil rights, and animal law.

Other pursuits. Liz has a B.A. in Political Science from the University of California at Los Angeles and an M.F.A. in Creative Writing from San Francisco State University. She is a produced playwright and has taught at San Francisco State University and New College of California. She’s also worked as a freelance book editor, journalist, and grant writer.


Articles By E.A. Gjelten

Weapons Charges in New Mexico
Learn about New Mexico’s gun regulations, including restrictions on the possession, carrying, and use of deadly weapons.
Weapons Charges in Oklahoma
Learn about Oklahoma’s laws on illegal possession and use of guns and other weapons.
Weapons Charges in North Carolina
North Carolina outlaws certain types of weapons, bans weapons in certain places, and prohibits some people from having guns or other dangerous weapons.
Stun Gun and Taser Laws in Tennessee
Learn how the state of Tennessee regulates electronic weapons.
Stun Gun and Taser Laws in Michigan
Civilians with concealed carry permits can possess and use Tasers in Michigan, but state law bars the possession of stun guns.
Stun Gun and Taser Laws in Georgia
You don’t need a permit to buy a stun gun or Taser in Georgia, but make sure you understand the restrictions on where and how these weapons may be used.
Stun Gun and Taser Laws in Massachusetts
What rules do you need to follow if you want to own a stun gun in Massachusetts?
Stun Gun and Taser Laws in New Jersey
Most adults in New Jersey can legally own a stun gun, but state law still limits their possession and use.
Minnesota Gun and Weapon Laws and Restrictions
Learn when and where it’s a crime in Minnesota to have or use a gun or other dangerous weapon.
Stun Gun and Taser Laws in New York
New York state outlaws stun guns and Tasers, but the ban has been challenged in court.