Pressure is mounting around Taylor Frankie Paul as her legal battle with ex-boyfriend Dakota Mortensen heads toward a decisive courtroom moment.
With both sides filing competing claims and new evidence surfacing, the situation has grown increasingly complex.
Now, support from within her circle is becoming more visible, as co-star Jessi Draper steps in with a formal statement.
As the hearing approaches, the case is no longer just about accusations, but about credibility, custody, and what happens next.
Taylor Frankie Paul is not facing this legal fight alone. Jessi Draper, her “Secret Lives of Mormon Wives” co-star, has officially supported her by submitting an affidavit tied to the case.
The filing, made on April 29, is part of the ongoing dispute between Paul and Dakota Mortensen over protective orders.
According to court documents obtained by PEOPLE, Draper’s declaration was submitted in direct support of Paul, adding another voice to her side of the story.
Her younger sister, Aspen May, also filed a similar statement backing Paul.
The reality TV star herself added to the growing list of filings by submitting her own affidavit along with exhibits labeled “Kicking Admission” and “Abusive Texts.”
Paul And Dakota Mortensen Head To Court
Taylor Frankie Paul and Dakota Mortensen are scheduled to appear in a Utah courtroom on April 30, where a judge will review their competing protective order filings.
The hearing is also expected to address custody arrangements for their two-year-old son, Ever.
This marks the first time the former couple will appear together publicly since multiple domestic violence investigations involving both parties came to light earlier this year.
The case has quickly grown more complex, with each side presenting conflicting claims about what happened during their relationship.
Meanwhile, Mortensen has submitted additional evidence and a formal response to Paul’s request for protection.
Taylor Frankie Paul Legal Battle Includes Serious Allegations
Paul has accused Mortensen in court filings of stalking her and engaging in violent behavior, including an incident where she claims he slammed her head into a vehicle dashboard.
The real estate agent, however, has countered with his own evidence, including photos that he says show injuries he sustained during alleged altercations with Paul.
Earlier this year, separate investigations were launched by the Draper City Police Department and the West Jordan Police Department following multiple claims of domestic violence from both individuals.
Despite the seriousness of the accusations, prosecutors ultimately declined to file charges against Paul in April, citing a lack of sufficient evidence.
However, during an earlier hearing on April 7, a judge granted Mortensen temporary custody of their son, allowing Paul limited supervised visitation until the next court date.
Paul Faces Ongoing Fallout Beyond The Courtroom
Taylor Frankie Paul’s legal troubles have also impacted her professional life, as controversy surrounding her past resurfaced in recent months.
As The Blast reported, footage from a 2023 incident in which she was accused of throwing chairs during an altercation, reemerged online, bringing renewed scrutiny.
Following the video’s release, ABC pulled her already-filmed season of “The Bachelorette” just days before it was set to air.
At the same time, production on “The Secret Lives of Mormon Wives” was temporarily paused after some cast members reportedly refused to film with her.
Filming later resumed without both Paul and Mortensen, although sources say she still has the option to return.
According to an insider, she is currently prioritizing her children and focusing on her mental health while navigating the aftermath of what has been described as an abusive relationship.
Taylor Frankie Paul Sparks Dating Buzz With Doug Mason Amid Ongoing Controversy
Amid the drama, new reports suggest Paul may be reconnecting with former suitor Doug Mason.
While neither has officially confirmed a relationship, insiders say the pair are spending time together and exploring what their connection could become amid the fallout surrounding her recent challenges.
According to The Blast, sources say Paul and Mason are currently “seeing each other” and “trying to make it work.”
Their relationship originally developed during her unaired season of “The Bachelorette,” where Mason was believed to be her final pick and even proposed before things fizzled out.
Despite renewed interest in their connection, uncertainty still surrounds the pair. Earlier reports noted they remained in contact even after their split, with insiders saying “it’s unclear what will happen now.”
In addition, Mason has publicly shown support, previously sharing that he was “sending out prayers to Taylor” and urging positivity during a difficult period.
