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Utah judge grants mutual protective orders for Taylor Frankie Paul and Dakota Mortensen amid custody dispute
entertainment2 months ago

Utah judge grants mutual protective orders for Taylor Frankie Paul and Dakota Mortensen amid custody dispute

In Salt Lake City, a Third District Court Commissioner granted three-year mutual protective orders keeping Taylor Frankie Paul and Dakota Mortensen at least 100 feet apart amid ongoing domestic-violence claims and a custody fight over their 2-year-old son Ever; the hearing, the couple’s first public appearance together in weeks, set a plan for a custody decision with a written recommendation by May 11 and a June 1 review, while prosecutors had previously declined to charge in related investigations.

Taylor Frankie Paul’s court saga deepens as protective orders are issued
entertainment2 months ago

Taylor Frankie Paul’s court saga deepens as protective orders are issued

Reality-TV influencer Taylor Frankie Paul appeared at a Salt Lake City court this week where a judge granted mutual protective orders between Paul and ex Dakota Mortensen, prohibiting contact within 100 feet for three years as they share custody of their child. The hearing revisited allegations of violence and referenced a 2023 TMZ video that helped derail her The Bachelorette season; ABC has not announced whether the show will air. Paul has maintained a high online profile throughout the case, highlighting how influencer fame intersects with real-life legal disputes and potential TV opportunities.

Reality TV Stars Paul and Mortensen Ordered to Co‑Parent After Protective Orders
entertainment2 months ago

Reality TV Stars Paul and Mortensen Ordered to Co‑Parent After Protective Orders

Taylor Frankie Paul and Dakota Mortensen, stars of Secret Lives of Mormon Wives, were granted mutual protective orders over custody of their 2-year-old son, Ever True, in court on April 30. The judge barred them from being in the same room to avoid violence and urged peaceful co‑parenting, noting ongoing tensions and mutual attraction. Mortensen’s domestic-violence charges against Paul were previously dropped. Their next hearing is set for June 1.

Utah Judge Imposes 100-Foot Rule in Toxic Coparenting Case Between Taylor Frankie Paul and Dakota Mortensen
legal2 months ago

Utah Judge Imposes 100-Foot Rule in Toxic Coparenting Case Between Taylor Frankie Paul and Dakota Mortensen

A Utah judge granted three-year protective orders against each other between reality stars Taylor Frankie Paul and Dakota Mortensen, calling their coparenting relationship toxic and noting violence by both sides. The orders include a 100‑foot stay‑away, with Mortensen retaining temporary custody while Paul may have up to eight hours per week of supervised visits; a decision on expanding Paul’s access is due within 10 days. The hearing also raised concerns about how they model conflict resolution for their 2-year-old son, Ever, and Paul is pursuing therapy as they work to redefine their parenting arrangement.

Mutual protective orders issued for Taylor Frankie Paul and Dakota Mortensen amid custody dispute
entertainment2 months ago

Mutual protective orders issued for Taylor Frankie Paul and Dakota Mortensen amid custody dispute

A Utah judge granted three-year mutual protective orders requiring Paul and Mortensen to stay 100 feet apart, with violations potentially leading to criminal charges, while delaying a custody decision and setting a June review after mental health and domestic-violence assessments; Mortensen’s custody arrangement remains in place for now, with Paul’s supervised visits and a May 11 deadline for the judge’s parenting-time recommendation.

Utah Judge Orders Mutual 100-Foot Stay-Away for Taylor Frankie Paul and Dakota Mortensen
entertainment2 months ago

Utah Judge Orders Mutual 100-Foot Stay-Away for Taylor Frankie Paul and Dakota Mortensen

A Utah judge granted three-year mutual protective orders requiring Taylor Frankie Paul and Dakota Mortensen to stay at least 100 feet apart, with penalties for violations. Custody decisions are paused while mental health and domestic violence assessments are completed; Mortensen retains custody of their son, and Paul has limited supervised visitation. A June review is planned, and the case has affected production on Mormon Wives and related TV projects.

Taylor Frankie Paul and ex clash in Utah protective-order bid amid custody fight
local2 months ago

Taylor Frankie Paul and ex clash in Utah protective-order bid amid custody fight

Taylor Frankie Paul, a reality TV star from The Secret Lives of Mormon Wives, and her ex Dakota Mortensen appeared in a Utah Third District Court on April 30, 2026 to push for mutual protective orders that could determine custody of their 2-year-old son, Ever. Attorneys presented competing versions of multiple fights, with Paul citing domestic-violence concerns and Mortensen’s side arguing Paul was also violent at times; a recently leaked 2023 video and Paul’s prior assault conviction were part of the discussion. The case features a court-appointed attorney for Ever and could result in long-term protective orders and custody arrangements as the court weighs what’s in the child’s best interest.

Family Warned Authorities Ahead of USF Doctoral Students’ Slayings
crime2 months ago

Family Warned Authorities Ahead of USF Doctoral Students’ Slayings

Ahmad Abugharbieh, the brother of homicide suspect Hisham Abugharbieh, says the family had previously warned police about his brother’s erratic behavior as Hisham faces two counts of first-degree murder in the deaths of USF doctoral students Zamil Limon and Nahida Bristy. Limon’s body was found first, with Bristy’s remains found nearby later. The family had filed protective orders against Hisham in 2023 (granted) and 2025 (denied).