Utah's Salt Lake County District Attorney's Office has decided not to prosecute 'Secret Lives of Mormon Wives' star Taylor Frankie Paul over domestic violence allegations involving her ex, Dakota Mortensen. The announcement cites insufficient evidence to prove the incidents beyond a reasonable doubt, avoiding any probation violations from her prior record.
The decision resolves two police investigations into alleged domestic violence between Paul and Mortensen, which prompted a production pause on Hulu's 'Secret Lives of Mormon Wives' last week. Prosecutors reviewed all evidence and determined it did not meet the threshold for charges. This development follows reports that the cast is pushing to resume filming soon, pending network approval from Hulu and ABC Signature, as concerns from the probe have been addressed.
The incident also connects to Paul's past: a 2023 domestic violence video led to the cancellation of her 'Bachelorette' appearance, a topic covered in the show's premiere. No statement has been issued from Paul's representatives. With legal issues cleared, production for the fifth season may proceed to meet summer schedules.