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Taylor Frankie Paul Granted Temporary Restraining Order Against Ex's Friend

Taylor Frankie Paul's legal battles expand as she secures a restraining order and faces DCFS scrutiny.

By · Published July 18, 2026 at 18:11 UTC · Updated July 18, 2026 at 20:57 UTC

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  3. Peak measured velocity The recorded velocity reached 21.
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Source diversity sample: Yahoo · TMZ · ABC4 Utah · People.com · Us Weekly · suggest.com.

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Quick answers

Who is Taylor Frankie Paul?

Taylor Frankie Paul is a reality TV star known for her role in 'Secret Lives of Mormon Wives.'

What is the DCFS petition against Taylor Frankie Paul?

The DCFS has filed a petition claiming that Paul's children are 'abused, neglected or dependent.'

Who is Dakota Mortensen?

Dakota Mortensen is Taylor Frankie Paul's ex. Mortensen's friend is the subject of Paul's restraining order.

The brief

Taylor Frankie Paul, star of 'Secret Lives of Mormon Wives,' is embroiled in multiple legal disputes. She has been granted a temporary restraining order against a friend of her ex, Dakota Mortensen. The order follows a stalking injunction filed by Paul, who alleges that the friend posted a video of her crying.

Coverage emphasizes the escalating legal tensions surrounding Paul. Reports from Yahoo, TMZ, and Us Weekly detail the restraining order and the stalking injunction. Additionally, outlets like ABC4 Utah and People.com highlight a Department of Children and Family Services (DCFS) petition alleging abuse or neglect of Paul's children.

What to watch next: The outcome of the DCFS petition and any further developments in Paul's custody battle with her ex. Additionally, the status of the restraining order and any potential legal actions from Mortensen's friend.

Synthesized by Archynetys from the headlines below under a strict no-invention contract. ✓ fact-checked: all claims supported by sources Updated 42d ago.

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