Rusty Weiss
Golf legend Tiger Woods and his legal team are pushing back against Florida prosecutors in his ongoing DUI case, arguing that a subpoena for his prescription medication records represents an unconstitutional intrusion into his privacy.
Prosecutors in Martin County have moved to subpoena Woods’ prescription records from a Palm Beach pharmacy covering January 1 through March 27, 2026.
The requested details include the types of medications, dates and times prescriptions were filled, number of pills dispensed, dosage amounts, refill information, and any special instructions or warnings — particularly those related to operating a motor vehicle. The latter of which seems highly relevant to the case.
Woods’ attorney, Douglas Duncan, filed a formal response this week, requesting an evidentiary hearing to determine the relevance of the records and, if the subpoena is ultimately granted, a protective order to shield the information from public disclosure. He argues that Woods has a constitutional right to privacy.
“This right is admittedly not absolute; should the State show the relevance of the records to its criminal investigation and thus warrant intrusion into Mr. Woods’ privacy,” Duncan wrote.
Tiger Woods Battles Prosecutors Over Prescription Records Privacy in DUI Case
Woods, as Sportsnaut readers are aware, was arrested following a single-vehicle rollover crash in Jupiter Island, Florida, on March 27th. Authorities reported finding two hydrocodone pills in his pocket during the arrest, and Woods admitted to taking several medications earlier that day. He was charged with misdemeanor DUI and refusal to submit to a chemical or physical test.
According to the arrest affidavit, Woods attempted to pass a truck by crossing a double line and speeding, clipped the vehicle, and his Range Rover flipped onto its side. No one was seriously injured in the incident.
“I looked down at my phone … and all of a sudden — boom,” Woods said in bodycam footage.
🚨 BREAKING: Martin County Sheriff’s Office just released the full bodycam footage from Tiger Woods’ latest crash.
— Overton (@overton_news) April 2, 2026
Woods failed the field sobriety test and was found with two prescription hydrocodone pills in his pocket.
OFFICER: “How much have you had to drink today?”
WOODS:… pic.twitter.com/YBplvo4jSE
Officers at the scene noted “severe signs of impairment,” including bloodshot eyes, extremely dilated pupils, profuse sweating, and unsteady gait. A breathalyzer test detected no alcohol, but Woods refused a blood or urine test to check for other substances. Authorities later found the pills in his pocket.
Tiger Woods' attorney is fighting prosecutors' attempts to subpoena the 15-time major champion's prescription drug records from a pharmacy, according to court records filed Wednesday. https://t.co/Tj3E2SuwiD
— ESPN (@espn) April 16, 2026
The 15-time Major champion pleaded not guilty to the charges shortly after the incident and has publicly vowed to seek treatment. Days after the crash, his private plane was spotted landing in Switzerland, known for its elite medical facilities.
The outcome of the privacy challenge could significantly influence how prosecutors build their impaired-driving arguments.
