Judge orders Taylor Frankie Paul and Dakota Mortensen to maintain 100-foot distance

Taylor Frankie Paul and Dakota Mortensen, both stars on The Secret Lives of Mormon Wives, faced a judge’s order that demanded they keep a minimum of 100 feet distance from each other for the next three years. This legal ruling followed a court appearance where both parties filed restraining orders against each other, prompted by allegations of domestic violence.

These legal proceedings have deeply affected Taylor, as her appearance on The Bachelorette was abruptly halted just days before its scheduled airing due to an explosive video showing her throwing a metal stool at Dakota, which he claimed struck Taylor’s young daughter. This incident exposed the volatile nature of their relationship, leading to the enforcement of the judge’s decision to keep them apart for three years.

During the court hearing that lasted 90 minutes, the judge extended both protective orders for the ex-couple, prohibiting them from contacting each other or coming within 100 feet of each other. Failure to comply with these conditions may result in arrest and potential charges being filed against them. The judge emphasized the importance of Taylor and Dakota learning to co-parent effectively for the well-being of their two-year-old son, Ever, stressing the impact their behavior has on their child and future family dynamics.

Furthermore, the judge held Dakota accountable for recording their confrontations for purported evidence, accusing him of manipulating Taylor, whose reactive actions were also addressed. The judge’s admonishment underscored the need for the couple to address their conflicts peacefully and responsibly, as their behavior sets a crucial example for their child’s future.

The ongoing legal battles and concerning behavior between Taylor and Dakota have disrupted the filming of the fifth season of the popular Hulu series, where they both starred. These issues have further impacted their professional commitments and created uncertainty regarding the show’s future season.

As Taylor and Dakota await modifications to their current custody arrangement, including supervised visitation hours, they face continued legal proceedings scheduled for June 1. The culmination of these events underscores the unfortunate reality of domestic conflict and its lasting effects on families and individuals involved.