Taylor from The Bachelorette Faces New Legal Trouble

0:00On March 23rd, James McCoy Taylor, the 39-year-old musician and former contestant on Season 12 of the Bachelor Red, faces New Legal. Trouble in Texas. He was originally charged in April 2024 with assault causing bodily injury and unlawful restraint. Taylor pleaded guilty last April and received probation along with 80 hours of community service, anger management classes, and more than one. $1,000 in fines and court costs. Earlier this month, on Friday, March 20th, authorities re-booked him after issuing a warrant for violating his probation terms. He posted a $10,000 surety bond and was released the same day, according to county records. Fans might recall Taylor from his time on Joel Fletcher season where he made it to the final five before heading home. The original incident involved a 19-year-old college student who accused him of physical assault at his condo. Taylor has since started a family with his fiance, welcoming a daughter last October while she has four kids from before. Meanwhile, officials from the Brazos County Attorney's Office confirmed the probation breach details.

1:05A hearing is set up soon so his lawyers can argue before any final decision on sentencing for the original charges. This case continues to unfold, shedding light on challenges for reality TV alumni navigating life off camera. Stay in the know with entertainment and celebrity news today, AI-powered updates.