Patrick James Nolan (born June 16, 1950) is an American lawyer, politician and conservative activist.

In 1978, Nolan was elected to the California State Assembly, serving the 41st district comprising Glendale, Burbank, Toluca Lake and Sunland-Tujunga.

[citation needed] Nolan was part of an FBI sting operation called Shrimpscam which targeted officials who accepted illegal campaign contributions.

During Nolan's time at Prison Fellowship, they have formed broad bi-partisan coalitions with civil rights and religious organizations to support important issues in Congress.

Called the Second Chance Act, the bill had strong bi-partisan support and passed both houses overwhelmingly.