Tiger Woods' Lawyer Vows to Fight Subpoena for Prescription Records in DUI Case

Attorney says golfer has constitutional right to privacy over medication details.

Apr. 16, 2026 at 6:21pm

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Tiger Woods' attorney Doug Duncan has filed a court motion to fight prosecutors' attempt to subpoena the golfer's prescription drug records following his arrest last month in Florida on suspicion of driving under the influence. Duncan argues Woods has a constitutional right to privacy over his medication details and is asking a judge to limit any potential release of the records.

Why it matters

This case highlights the ongoing legal battle over privacy rights versus prosecutors' need for evidence in DUI cases, especially when prescription medications may have been involved. Woods' high-profile status also means the outcome could set a precedent for how similar cases are handled in the future.

The details

According to the incident report, deputies found two pain pills in Woods' pocket after his SUV clipped a truck's trailer and rolled over on Jupiter Island. Woods agreed to a Breathalyzer test that showed no alcohol, but refused a urine test. Prosecutors now want to subpoena all of Woods' prescription medication records from a local pharmacy dating back to the start of the year.

  • Woods was arrested on suspicion of DUI on April 15, 2026.
  • Prosecutors filed the subpoena request on April 16, 2026.

The players

Tiger Woods

A legendary professional golfer who was arrested last month on suspicion of driving under the influence in Florida.

Doug Duncan

Tiger Woods' attorney, who has filed a motion to fight the prosecutors' subpoena request for the golfer's prescription drug records.

Lewis Pharmacy

A pharmacy in Palm Beach, Florida where prosecutors are seeking to subpoena Tiger Woods' prescription medication records from the start of 2026 through the end of last month.

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What they’re saying

“Woods has a constitutional right to privacy when it comes to his prescription medications.”

— Doug Duncan, Tiger Woods' attorney

What’s next

The judge overseeing the case will hold a hearing to determine if the prescription drug records are necessary for the criminal investigation. If the judge rules they are necessary, Duncan has requested a protective order to limit the release of the records only to prosecutors, law enforcement, state experts, and Woods' defense team.

The takeaway

This case highlights the ongoing legal tensions between personal privacy rights and prosecutors' need for evidence, especially when prescription medications may be involved in a DUI case. The outcome could set an important precedent for how similar cases are handled in the future, particularly for high-profile individuals.