Judge Gives Prosecutors Access to Tiger Woods’ Prescription Medication Records
Tiger Woods — A Martin County, Florida, judge ruled Tuesday that state prosecutors can access Tiger Woods’ prescription medication records as part of the ongoing DUI case involving the 15-time major champion.
County Judge Darren Steele approved a subpoena requesting “all prescription medication on file,” including the date and time prescriptions were filled, the type of medication, number of pills prescribed, dosage amounts, instructions for use, refill dates, and all warnings — including those related to operating a motor vehicle while taking the medication. The subpoena covers prescriptions filled between Jan. 1, 2026, and March 27, 2026.
On April 14, Woods’ attorney, Douglas Duncan, challenged the request, arguing that “Mr. Woods has a Constitutional right to privacy,” while acknowledging that the right is “not absolute” if prosecutors can prove the records are relevant to the criminal investigation.
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Duncan also requested a protective order if the court ruled in favor of the state, asking that the prescription records be reviewed confidentially only by prosecutors, law enforcement officials, expert witnesses, and the defense team.
Woods, 50, was arrested on suspicion of DUI on March 27 by the Martin County Sheriff’s Office after a crash involving his SUV and a truck on South Beach Road in Jupiter Island, Florida. Authorities also cited Woods for refusing to submit to a DUI test.
According to deputies, Woods admitted at the scene that he had taken “a few” prescription medications. Officers reportedly discovered two hydrocodone pills — a prescription painkiller — in his pants pocket during the arrest.
On April 1, a judge approved Woods’ request to leave the county for “comprehensive inpatient treatment.” In a public statement, Woods said, “I am stepping away for a period of time to seek treatment and focus on my health. This is necessary in order for me to prioritize my well-being and work toward lasting recovery.”
