The first custody hearing for Taylor Frankie Paul and Dakota Mortensen’s son, Ever, has officially been held. As per the latest reports, both have been granted mutual protective orders as requested. Read ahead to know more about the ongoing legal proceedings.
Taylor Frankie Paul and Dakota Mortensen granted protective order
Earlier last month, both Paul and Mortensen filed for a protective order against each other regarding the custody battle for their 2-year-old son, Ever. PEOPLE recently reported that the judge overseeing the case officially filed and granted both parties protective orders as per their initial requests.Commissioner Russell Minas, who was overseeing the case, cited during the courtroom hearing that the split couple cannot be in the same place for a long time. He added, “I’m finding that there’s been violence both ways between these parties.” This was the first time Mortensen and the ‘Secret Lives of Mormon Wives’ alum were spotted together since they announced their split.He directly addressed the two parents regarding the case and their son’s custody, adding, “I’m hoping you’re not just people who thrive on the drama and the conflict. You guys have to figure out a lot here. You have to figure out how to function as co-parents. This is dysfunctional.”They have also advised them to stay away from each other, citing it as the best possible decision for their 2-year-old son. The next hearing in the case will take place on June 1. The duo will also receive official recommendations about handling parenting time, among other things, before their hearing.
More updates about Taylor Frankie Paul and Dakota Mortensen
The estranged couple had been involved for quite some time. After they announced their split, the two got involved in three domestic violence cases. Paul had already been apprehended once for a 2023 case and incident. Recently, Paul was cleared of all domestic abuse charges due to insufficient evidence for a charge.Filming for ‘Secret Lives of Mormon Wives’ halted when the controversy started, but production is finally resuming. However, it has been confirmed that Taylor will not be a part of any of the upcoming episodes.Disclaimer: The information in this report is based on a legal hearing as reported by a third-party source. The details provided represent allegations made by the parties involved and are not proven facts. The case is ongoing, and a final verdict has not been reached. The publication does not claim that the allegations are true.