Taylor Frankie Paul's Exes Engage in Legal Battle Over Custody

WHO:

US Magazine - Tate Paul, 32, is the ex-husband of Taylor Frankie Paul, 32.

TMZ - Dakota Mortensen is another ex of Taylor Frankie Paul.

WHAT:

Yahoo News Canada - Taylor Frankie Paul shared that her ex-husband Tate Paul filed for custody of their 8-year-old daughter Indy and 5-year-old son Ocean on June 30.

Yahoo News Canada - The judge denied Tate Paul's request for a temporary restraining order, stating that "many of the concerns, like the children not doing well in school and expressing sadness, will require ongoing attention not remedied with an emergency order changing custody."

Yahoo News Canada - Taylor Frankie Paul stated that her children had returned after being withheld and expressed excitement about spending time with her doing fireworks.

Yahoo News Canada - Taylor Frankie Paul shared that she "spent the day crying and fighting" for her children after her ex-husband took them back, expressing that they were excited to spend time with her doing fireworks.

Yahoo News Canada - Taylor Frankie Paul stated that her children had returned after being withheld and that their father initially told her they could extend their time together to Monday, but then took it back.

Yahoo News Canada - Taylor Frankie Paul accused her ex-husband of "coercive control... aka abuse," claiming he manipulated her situation and lied about her experiences.

TMZ - Taylor Frankie Paul posted several pictures of injuries she claims were sustained during her custody battle, making accusations against Dakota Mortensen and Tate Paul.

TMZ - A Utah judge has ordered Taylor Frankie Paul to undergo drug and alcohol testing to regain parenting time.

US Magazine - Tate Paul is asking a Utah court to reconsider his denied restraining order request against Taylor Frankie Paul.

TMZ - Dakota Mortensen has hired the same legal team as Tate Paul in a renewed court battle over parental custody.

TMZ - Tate Paul submitted new text messages as evidence in his fight for a temporary restraining order against Taylor Frankie Paul.

WHERE:

US Magazine - The court involved is located in Utah.

WHEN:

US Magazine - Tate Paul filed a motion for reconsideration on July 1.

WHY:

Yahoo News Canada - Taylor Frankie Paul suggested that her recent voluntary stay in rehab was a factor in her ex-husband taking their children back, stating, "I had my kids taken for doing the right thing... why would I ever ask for help again?"

US Magazine - Tate Paul claims that Taylor Frankie Paul did not disclose certain information, which is part of his argument for the restraining order.

HOW:

Yahoo News Canada - Taylor Frankie Paul revealed that a police officer had to be present for a child custody exchange with Dakota Mortensen as a third party.

US Magazine - Tate Paul included several exhibits, including text messages, in his motion for reconsideration.

(UPDATED July 3, 2026 23:19 UTC)

Taylor Frankie Paul has shared that her ex-husband, Tate Paul, filed for custody of their two children, Indy and Ocean, on June 30. A judge denied Tate's request for a temporary restraining order, emphasizing that the children's ongoing issues, such as difficulties in school and feelings of sadness, require more than an emergency custody change. Taylor also mentioned that her children had recently returned to her after being withheld, and they were looking forward to spending time together enjoying fireworks, with a police officer present during the custody exchange with Dakota Mortensen.

(UPDATED July 3, 2026 17:28 UTC)

Taylor Frankie Paul has shared her emotional struggle after her ex-husband took their children back, stating she spent the day crying and fighting for them, especially since they were excited to celebrate with fireworks. She accused him of "coercive control" and claimed that his manipulation led to their separation, revealing that a police officer had to be present during their custody exchange. Paul also suggested that her recent stay in rehab may have influenced her ex-husband's decision to take the kids, expressing her frustration by saying, "I had my kids taken for doing the right thing... why would I ever ask for help again?"

(UPDATED July 3, 2026 15:38 UTC)

Taylor Frankie Paul has shared several pictures of injuries she claims were sustained during her custody battle, making accusations against Dakota Mortensen and Tate Paul. The post was made at 15:38 UTC and has garnered significant attention. This ongoing situation continues to unfold as more details emerge.

(UPDATED July 3, 2026 04:17 UTC)

A Utah judge has ordered Taylor Frankie Paul to undergo drug and alcohol testing as part of the process to regain her parenting time. This decision comes after concerns were raised regarding her substance use. The testing is a critical step in her efforts to demonstrate her ability to provide a safe environment for her children.

(UPDATED July 3, 2026 01:32 UTC)

Tate Paul is asking a Utah court to reconsider his denied request for a temporary restraining order against his ex-wife, Taylor Frankie Paul, claiming she did not disclose certain information relevant to the case. In a related development, Dakota Mortensen, another ex of Taylor Frankie Paul, has hired the same legal team as Tate Paul as they both engage in a renewed court battle over parental custody. Tate has submitted new text messages as evidence in his fight, along with several other exhibits, to support his motion for reconsideration filed on July 1.