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Harris Co. judge wins lawsuit accusing husband's former girlfriend of accessing personal info
By Tony Atkins at ABC13 Houston (KTRK)
· July 2, 2026
· 1 min read
Judge Tamika Craft said her personal information was accessed by a Guardant employee, who she says was her husband's former girlfriend, over the course of six months in 2023 without her consent.
Why this matters in Magnolia News
The lawsuit victory for Judge Tamika Craft raises questions about the security of personal information for public figures in Montgomery County, where Magnolia residents often interact with the county's judicial system. Given the sensitive nature of judges' work, the potential for unauthorized access to their personal information could have far-reaching implications for the community. This incident may prompt local officials to reexamine their protocols for protecting the personal data of public servants, ensuring that similar breaches do not occur in the future. As a result, residents of Magnolia may see increased measures to safeguard the private information of county employees, particularly those in high-profile positions like Judge Craft. The community will likely be watching to see how the county responds to this incident and implements new safeguards to prevent similar incidents.
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Category: local ·
Published: July 2, 2026 ·
Source: ABC13 Houston (KTRK) ·
Reading time: 1 min
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What is this story about? Judge Tamika Craft said her personal information was accessed by a Guardant employee, who she says was her husband's former girlfriend, over the course of six months in 2023 without her consent.
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