Ex-Bachelorette Star Re-Arrested in Texas

Former Bachelorette contestant James McCoy Taylor was re-arrested in Brazos County, Texas, on Friday. The charges stem from an alleged incident in April 2024, involving assault causing bodily injury and unlawful restraint. Taylor was released the same day after posting a $10,000 bond.

This marks a recurrence of legal issues for Taylor related to the same case. In April 2025, he had pleaded guilty to assaulting a 19-year-old Blinn College student. His sentence included 80 hours of community service, over $1000 in fines, and mandatory anger management.

He was also ordered to avoid contact with the complainant and was banned from the Northgate Entertainment District. A probable cause statement alleged he physically restrained the woman at his home after an altercation. Taylor has previously denied the allegations, questioning the lack of visible injuries.

Taylor's legal history also includes convictions for DWI and unlawfully carrying a weapon in 2022. He has faced public scrutiny for other reasons, including his social media activity prior to the January 6th Capitol attack.

The re-arrest occurs amid broader controversy within the Bachelor franchise. The upcoming season was reportedly postponed due to an online video leak. More information on Taylor's case is anticipated soon.