Taylor Frankie Paul 2026 Dakota Incident in D.A.'s Hands Now
Another batch of domestic violence allegations against Taylor Frankie Paul has made it to a district attorney's desk ... and they're weighing their options.
Draper Police Chief Rich Ferguson tells TMZ ... the City Prosecutor has submitted the case to the Salt Lake County District Attorney for evaluation ... this is regarding the alleged February incident in which TFP is accused of choking Dakota Mortensen and ripping a necklace off his neck.
According to Ferguson, the D.A. will determine if any charges will be filed ... but even if the D.A. doesn't file charges, the City Prosecutor could still decide to bring forth more legal action in the case.
Harry Jowsey Shares Jessi Draper Voice Notes Amid Affair Claim
Harry Jowsey is opening up the books after Jessi Draper claimed her estranged husband Jordan Ngatikaura alleged she had an affair with Harry ... the hunk is sharing some of his Instagram DMs with the 'Secret Lives of Mormon Wives' star.
The "Too Hot To Handle" alum just posted a series of voice messages between him and Jessi ... they look like they were sent around the May 24 birthday they share.
Harry's transparency comes after Jessi claimed Jordan found the messages and used them as an excuse to allege she was having an extramarital affair with Harry.
Taylor Frankie Paul New Allegations By Ex Dakota Catch D.A.'s Attention
Taylor Frankie Paul's newest allegation of domestic violence may have constituted a violation of her probation ... and if that's the case, the jurisdiction's district attorney tells us, they'll be all over it.
Salt Lake County District Attorney Sim Gill tells TMZ, “We are aware of the West Jordan allegations, and since Ms. Paul is on plea in abeyance status, we would always be interested in any subsequent allegations of criminal conduct during her probationary period. If there is conduct out of West Jordan that rises to the level of a violation that would fall within our domain to file charges, then we would screen it when and if it is presented to us.”
Taylor Frankie Paul 2023 Body Cam Sobs, Peppers Cop With Questions En Route To Station
Taylor Frankie Paul appeared disoriented and confused in police body cam video from her 2023 arrest ... as she repeatedly questioned why she’s the one being taken into custody while an officer drives her to the station.
In the footage, obtained by TMZ, Taylor is heard speaking as she's sitting in the back of a Herriman Police patrol car on her way to the Utah station ... and it seems like she's struggling to understand the reasoning behind her arrest, since she's claiming her boyfriend, Dakota Mortensen, threw the first shove that night.
The officer calmly explains the situation while continuing to drive, but Taylor appears unable to fully process it ... circling back with more questions as she tries to piece together what led to this moment, before her tone starts to take a turn.
'The Secret Lives of Mormon Wives' Series Future Is Up in the Air!!!
"The Secret Lives of Mormon Wives" production has been shut down for weeks ... and we hear it's unclear whether another episode will ever be filmed.
Here's the deal ... 'SLOMW' slammed the brakes due to an alleged February domestic incident involving Taylor Frankie Paul and her ex, Dakota Mortensen. Utah authorities are currently investigating the matter.
An insider with direct knowledge tells TMZ ... the future of 'SLOMW' is very much up in the air ... not only are police doing their thing, but a third-party investigator hired by series production company JJP is looking into unspecified leveled accusations among the cast.
Taylor Frankie Paul Dakota Reports 3rd Domestic Violence Incident to Police
Another bombshell in the ongoing Taylor Frankie Paul saga ... "The Secret Lives of Mormon Wives" star is under investigation for an alleged third domestic violence incident.
Taylor's ex, Dakota Mortensen, went to the West Jordan Police Department in Utah last month, accusing Taylor of abusing him in an alleged early-to-mid-2024 dispute, TMZ has confirmed. West Jordan detectives have reviewed video and are working to verify details, and are "interviewing the parties involved." We're told Taylor and Dakota are cooperating with the ongoing investigation ... no charges have been filed.
Taylor Frankie Paul Show Me the Money!!! Still Gets 'Bachelorette' Salary
Taylor Frankie Paul's 'Bachelorette' season's been pulled, but her paycheck hasn't -- the reality star is getting her full salary ... TMZ has learned.
Sources with direct knowledge tell TMZ ... TFP's contract is for services rendered ... and clearly, she fulfilled those obligations by filming the entire season. She even did most of the promotional tour for the series, until it was upended when ABC yanked it off the schedule in the wake of TMZ posting video of her 2023 domestic violence case.
The 2023 arrest was widely known by ABC, and Taylor did not hide any of her past legal troubles from them.
It's not clear exactly how much Taylor made for the season ... we hear it is in the low-to-mid six figures, which is in line with previously reported salaries. Warner Bros. Discovery is on the hook for that check since it produces the series.
Jessi Draper Jordan Blackmailed Me With Marciano Affair ... After He Sought Escorts!!!
Jessi Draper aired out her and Jordan Ngatikaura's dirty laundry on "Call Her Daddy" ... claiming her estranged husband blackmailed her over her Marciano Brunette affair -- all while she covered up his own alleged cheating scandal.
The 'Secret Lives of Mormon Wives' star held nothing back as she sat down with Alex Cooper in an interview released Wednesday ... saying Jordan would threaten to release text messages between her and Marciano before the world found out about them secretly locking lips during Season 3 of the show.
At one point, Jessi even claims she was chasing him around the house trying to grab his phone so he didn't publish the evidence on TikTok -- and Jordan allegedly started recording her and compared her to Taylor Frankie Paul ... asking if he should call the cops.
Taylor Frankie Paul Watch 2023 Arrest Through Police Body Cam
Taylor Frankie Paul’s chaotic 2023 arrest is now playing out in full ... and TMZ has obtained the complete 1-hour police body cam footage from that infamous night.
The video captures everything from the moment cops arrive at her Utah home to the aftermath of her arrest -- giving an inside look into how the domestic violence incident unfolded in real time ... leading to Taylor in handcuffs.
Officers are seen responding to a tense and emotional scene, quickly separating Taylor and her boyfriend Dakota Mortensen as things spiral. Throughout the footage, Taylor appears visibly, extremely intoxicated ... stumbling, slurring, and at times snapping at police officers as they try to get control of the situation.
Taylor Frankie Paul Mom Sending Her Good Vibes
Taylor Frankie Paul's reality TV career is hitting a low patch, but her mom is telling her it's all going to work out in the end.
Taylor's mom, Liann May, tagged her daughter in an Instagram Story on Tuesday and said she got a good omen when reading some scriptures from the Bible.
Liann says she was reading outside when a ladybug landed on the palm of her hand ... she snapped a photo and posted it online, tagging Taylor.
Dakota Mortensen Fears Hawaii Trip Is Ruined After Taylor's Arrest ... 2023 Police Footage Reveals
Dakota Mortensen got some unexpected news from cops the night of girlfriend Taylor Frankie Paul’s 2023 arrest ... and his reaction is recorded on body cam video obtained by TMZ.
In the police footage, an officer tells Dakota his "The Secret Lives of Mormon Wives" star girlfriend is not allowed to reach out or make contact with him until a judge hears the case ... after she got cuffed and taken to the local Utah station for alleged domestic violence.
Dakota seems shaken as the reality sets in, peppering cops with questions about next steps while trying to understand what it means for their relationship ... especially with a trip he and Taylor had planned before things suddenly went south.
'Mormon Wives' Star Jessi Draper Ex's Restraining Order Shut Down!!!
"The Secret Lives of Mormon Wives" star Jessi Draper just got a small victory in her divorce from Jordan Ngatikaura ... Jordan's request for a temporary restraining order against her was just denied, TMZ has learned.
Page Six was the first to report the TRO -- which Jessi opposed -- was tossed out by a judge.
Jordan filed the request as a part of their ongoing divorce case which began Thursday after 5 years of marriage and 2 children together.
Taylor Frankie Paul Snappy With Cops On Night Of 2023 Arrest ... 'What Is Your Job, Exactly!?'
Taylor Frankie Paul’s heated run-in with police before her 2023 arrest is coming into clearer focus ... and body cam video shows her clashing with officers on scene.
In the police footage obtained by TMZ, Taylor appears visibly intoxicated as cops respond to the incident at her Utah home ... slurring her words, struggling to keep her balance, and repeatedly snapping back at officers as they try to control the situation.
At several points, she’s seen peppering an officer with questions -- such as asking if she's allowed to drink water, asking about their personal lives, and plainly saying, "What is your job, exactly?"
'Mormon Wives' Star Whitney Leavitt Selling Off Utah Home Amid Broadway Success!!!
Whitney Leavitt's life has changed a lot over the last year ... and it looks like her real estate portfolio is changing, too -- because she's trying to sell a house she bought in April 2025.
The reality TV personality turned breakout Broadway star listed her 5-bedroom, 4-bathroom home in Southwest Utah for $899,900 on Tuesday. She and her husband, Connor Leavitt, closed on the home in April 2025, for about $915K ... so, it seems they're willing to take a loss on the pad.
The house boasts a brand new kitchen -- including a butler's pantry -- with new flooring and modern finishes throughout the home.
Taylor Frankie Paul 2023 arrest Body Cam Shows Dakota Begging Cops to Arrest Him Instead
Newly released police body cam footage obtained by TMZ from Taylor Frankie Paul’s 2023 arrest reveals even more chaos from that night -- including Dakota Mortensen pleading with cops to take him to jail instead.
The video begins as officers arrive at Taylor’s Utah home, where she and Dakota are already heard screaming at each other before police reach the front door ... seemingly picking up where the cellphone footage we obtained of the incident left off.
Once inside, cops quickly separate the two as Taylor appears visibly intoxicated ... stumbling through the house. At one point, she tries to pour herself water but she basically collapses over the sink and sobs uncontrollably while Dakota speaks with an officer nearby.
Taylor Frankie Paul My Daughter Has to Relive My 2023 Arrest All Over Again!!!
Taylor Frankie Paul is refusing to stay off social media following the cancellation of her 'Bachelorette' season ... and this time, she is speaking directly about the video of her 2023 fight with ex Dakota Mortensen, that led to her arrest.
Check it out -- TFP commented on a fan video about the messy ordeal, saying the footage is affecting her young daughter all over again. She wrote ... "Worst part is my daughter having to relive and see it all over again years later after extensive work with her and apologies to her about that night -- and my baby boy birthday was taken from him."
As you know, Taylor's daughter was crying in the shocking video released last week, and at one point, Dakota accuses Taylor of hitting her in the head with a metal stool after she chucked several at him. The video was published on their son Ever's birthday.