Taylor Frankie Paul files protective order, granted supervised parenting time

April 7, 2026 - 19:02

In a swift legal development, reality television personality Taylor Frankie Paul has been granted a protective order against her former partner, Dakota Mortensen. The filing, submitted just hours prior to a scheduled custody hearing, led a Utah judge to approve a temporary arrangement for strictly supervised parenting time.

Paul, known for her role on "The Secret Lives of Mormon Wives," sought the order citing concerns that necessitated immediate court intervention. Details regarding the specific allegations within the filing remain confidential under state law. The judge's subsequent ruling modifies the existing custody dynamic, mandating that all visitation between Mortensen and the couple's child must occur under the watch of a professional, court-approved supervisor.

This legal action marks the latest chapter in the former couple's ongoing and public separation. The court has set the protective order to remain in effect for a limited period, with a follow-up hearing expected to review the terms. The ruling emphasizes the court's primary focus on ensuring a secure and stable environment for the child involved as the parents navigate their separation. Both parties are expected to adhere to the strict guidelines established by the judicial order.