Florida prosecutors are seeking Tiger Woods’ prescription drug records from a local pharmacy as part of an ongoing investigation into his April 2026 DUI arrest. The state attorneys for the 19th Judicial Circuit intend to subpoena all prescription records for Woods held by Lewis Pharmacy in Palm Beach, covering the period from January through March.
The subpoena request, filed in Martin County, aims to obtain detailed information including the dates prescriptions were filled, quantities dispensed, dosage instructions, and any warnings regarding operating vehicles while on the medication. Legal counsel and the pharmacy have not publicly responded to the subpoena or the investigation.
Woods, the 50-year-old golf legend, was arrested following a single-vehicle crash in Florida. The arrest report states that Woods displayed signs of impairment such as bloodshot eyes and extremely dilated pupils. Two pills identified later as hydrocodone, a prescription painkiller, were found in his pants pocket at the time of the arrest.
According to the police report, Woods told officers he was adjusting his radio station and looking at his cellphone when the pickup truck in front of him slowed to turn, causing him to miss noticing the vehicle ahead. The report also noted that Woods’ vehicle swerved into the middle of the road before the crash occurred.
Woods underwent a Breathalyzer test, which indicated no alcohol detected, but he refused to submit to a urine test. Hours after his arrest, Woods formally pleaded not guilty to the DUI charge.
Following the incident, Woods announced he would step away from public life to seek treatment and prioritize his health.
This is not Woods’ first DUI-related legal issue. In 2017, he faced a similar charge after being found asleep behind the wheel, a situation he later attributed to an adverse reaction to painkillers. Additionally, in 2021, Woods suffered serious injuries in a high-speed rollover crash in Los Angeles, attributed to unsafe driving conditions.
Why it matters
The subpoena of Woods’ prescription records may provide critical evidence regarding his medication use and whether it contributed to impaired driving. This inquiry could impact the outcome of the DUI case and inform broader discussions on prescription drug effects and driving safety. Woods’ status as a high-profile athlete adds public scrutiny to the legal proceedings and his health choices.
Background
Hydrocodone is an opioid pain medication that can cause drowsiness and impair coordination, raising safety concerns when driving. Woods’ prior legal and health issues involving prescription drugs highlight the challenges of managing pain treatment alongside public safety. The case follows a pattern of legal scrutiny into prescription medication effects on motorists, underscoring ongoing law enforcement efforts to address impaired driving beyond alcohol use.
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