Cops Send Taylor Frankie Paul Evidence to D.A. in Alleged 2026 Fight

Another batch of domestic violence allegations against the reality TV star has been submitted for evaluation.

Mar. 26, 2026 at 11:35pm

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Draper Police Chief Rich Ferguson has confirmed that the City Prosecutor has submitted a case against Taylor Frankie Paul to the Salt Lake County District Attorney for evaluation. The case involves allegations that Paul choked Dakota Mortensen and ripped a necklace off his neck during an incident in February 2026. Paul is currently on probation after pleading guilty in abeyance to aggravated assault following a fight with Mortensen in 2023.

Why it matters

The new allegations against Taylor Frankie Paul come as she is still on probation for a previous domestic violence incident, raising concerns about repeat offenses and the ability of the justice system to hold perpetrators accountable. The case also highlights the ongoing challenges of addressing domestic violence, especially among public figures.

The details

According to Ferguson, the District Attorney will determine if any charges will be filed against Paul. Even if the D.A. does not file charges, the City Prosecutor could still decide to bring forth more legal action in the case. Sources close to "The Secret Lives of Mormon Wives" production told TMZ that the alleged February 2026 incident occurred when Paul and Mortensen were spending time together at his place and got into a fight about Mortensen's romantic past, including a hookup with cast member Shinia Powell. Mortensen also went to the police department in West Jordan, Utah last month regarding another alleged attack by Paul in 2024.

  • In February 2026, Paul allegedly choked Mortensen and ripped a necklace off his neck.
  • In 2023, Paul pleaded guilty in abeyance to aggravated assault following a fight with Mortensen.
  • In 2024, Mortensen reported another alleged attack by Paul to the West Jordan, Utah police department.

The players

Taylor Frankie Paul

A reality TV star who is currently on probation after pleading guilty in abeyance to aggravated assault following a fight with Dakota Mortensen in 2023.

Dakota Mortensen

The alleged victim in the recent and past incidents of domestic violence involving Taylor Frankie Paul.

Rich Ferguson

The Draper Police Chief who confirmed that the City Prosecutor has submitted the case against Taylor Frankie Paul to the Salt Lake County District Attorney for evaluation.

Shinia Powell

A cast member of "The Secret Lives of Mormon Wives" who allegedly had a romantic hookup with Dakota Mortensen, which was a source of conflict between Mortensen and Taylor Frankie Paul.

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What they’re saying

“The situation is very serious for TFP because she's still on probation after pleading guilty in abeyance to aggravated assault following a fight with Dakota in 2023.”

— Rich Ferguson, Draper Police Chief

What’s next

The Salt Lake County District Attorney will determine if any charges will be filed against Taylor Frankie Paul based on the evidence submitted by the Draper City Prosecutor. Even if the D.A. does not file charges, the City Prosecutor could still decide to bring forth more legal action in the case.

The takeaway

This case highlights the ongoing challenges of addressing domestic violence, especially among public figures, and the importance of the justice system holding perpetrators accountable, even when they are on probation for previous offenses.