Judge limits visits as protective order hearings proceed
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Salt Lake City. A court commissioner ruled Tuesday that Taylor Frankie Paul cannot have unsupervised visits with her two-year-old son after concerns about volatile behavior during confrontations with the child's father; both parties participated remotely while lawyers attended the hearing in person.
The decision sets a contested April 30 hearing to resolve competing protective-order petitions as authorities investigate February domestic violence reports; Dakota Mortensen, who holds temporary custody, sought a long-term protective order and ABC previously shelved an already-filmed Bachelorette season featuring Paul.
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Timeline
- 1. 2023: An earlier fight led to Paul's arrest before the Bachelorette season surfaced.
- 2. February (this year): New domestic violence reports were made and are under investigation.
- 3. Short-term protective order was filed and kept sealed while investigations proceeded.
- 4. Tuesday: Commissioner Russell Minas ruled Paul cannot have unsupervised visits with her son.
- 5. April 30: A full court hearing is scheduled to decide competing protective orders and custody arrangements.
Why it matters
This case highlights the importance of protective orders in family disputes. If you're in a similar situation, remember that legal help is available. Reach out to local resources or a trusted attorney to understand your rights and options.
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