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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 / ABC)
· 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 The Bellaire
The outcome of this lawsuit has implications for data privacy in Harris County, where public figures like Judge Tamika Craft are not immune to potential breaches. Given the nature of her work, Craft's personal information could be particularly sensitive, and the fact that it was accessed without consent raises concerns about the security measures in place. As a community, Bellaire residents should be aware of the potential risks associated with data breaches and take steps to protect their own personal information. This case may also prompt local officials to review and strengthen policies related to data access and employee conduct, particularly in industries that handle sensitive information, such as healthcare or law enforcement. The community will be watching to see how this case influences future efforts to safeguard personal data in Harris County.
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Category: local ·
Published: July 2, 2026 ·
Source: ABC13 Houston (KTRK / ABC) ·
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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