Prosecutors Seek Tiger Woods' Prescription Records After DUI Arrest

Prosecutors in Florida move to subpoena pharmacy records related to Woods' medication use.

Apr. 8, 2026 at 10:36pm

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An extreme close-up of a prescription pill bottle, its label obscured by dramatic shadows and highlights from a harsh camera flash, conceptually representing the investigation into a celebrity's medication history.The investigation into Tiger Woods' prescription drug use following his recent DUI arrest exposes the complex challenges professional athletes face in managing pain medication.Today in Orlando

Prosecutors in Florida are seeking to subpoena Tiger Woods' prescription drug records from a local pharmacy, a week after the legendary golfer was arrested on suspicion of driving under the influence. The prosecutors want to obtain details on the times the prescriptions were filled, the number of pills, the dosage amounts, and any instructions about driving while taking the medications.

Why it matters

This case highlights the ongoing challenges around prescription drug use and impaired driving, especially for high-profile individuals. The subpoena of Woods' records could provide key evidence about the factors that led to his DUI arrest and shed light on broader issues of athlete health, pain management, and public safety.

The details

Prosecutors in Martin County, Florida, plan to issue a subpoena seeking copies of all prescription medication records for Tiger Woods on file at Lewis Pharmacy in Palm Beach from the start of 2026 through the end of last month. They want to obtain details on the times the prescriptions were filled, the number of pills, the dosage amounts, and any instructions that accompanied the pills, such as warnings about driving while taking them. Woods pleaded not guilty in his DUI case last week, hours after a sheriff's report said deputies found two pain pills in his pocket and he showed signs of impairment after his SUV clipped a trailer and rolled over on its side.

  • On April 3, 2026, Tiger Woods was arrested on suspicion of driving under the influence in Florida.
  • On April 8, 2026, prosecutors announced plans to subpoena Woods' prescription drug records from a local pharmacy.

The players

Tiger Woods

A legendary professional golfer who has won 15 major championships and is one of the most successful and recognizable athletes of all time.

Doug Duncan

Tiger Woods' attorney who is representing him in the DUI case.

Lewis Pharmacy

A pharmacy located in Palm Beach, Florida that prosecutors are seeking prescription records from related to Tiger Woods.

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What’s next

The judge overseeing the DUI case will need to rule on whether to allow the subpoena of Tiger Woods' prescription drug records from the local pharmacy. This could be a key piece of evidence in determining the factors that led to his arrest.

The takeaway

This case highlights the complex issues surrounding prescription drug use and impaired driving, especially for high-profile athletes who may face immense pressure and physical challenges. The outcome of the subpoena and Woods' DUI case could have broader implications for how law enforcement and the legal system approach these types of incidents involving prominent public figures.