Prosecutors Seek Tiger Woods' Prescription Records After DUI Arrest

Prosecutors want details on medications Woods was taking around the time of his recent vehicle crash.

Apr. 8, 2026 at 11:39pm

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An extreme close-up photograph of a prescription pill bottle against a pitch-black background, lit by a harsh, direct camera flash, focusing on the texture and details of the bottle without any text or identifying marks.A dramatic close-up of a prescription medication bottle highlights the legal and medical complexities surrounding a high-profile DUI case.Palm Beach Today

Prosecutors in Florida are seeking to obtain Tiger Woods' prescription drug records from a local pharmacy, a week after the golf legend was arrested on suspicion of driving under the influence following a vehicle crash. Authorities want to review the times the prescriptions were filled, the number of pills, dosage amounts, and any warnings about driving while taking the medications.

Why it matters

This case highlights the ongoing challenges professional athletes face with managing pain medication and the legal consequences that can arise from improper use. It also raises questions about how law enforcement handles DUI cases involving prescription drugs versus alcohol.

The details

Prosecutors in Martin County, Florida, plan to issue a subpoena to Lewis Pharmacy in Palm Beach to obtain all of Woods' prescription records from the start of 2026 through the end of last month. The records will show details on the medications Woods was taking, including the times the prescriptions were filled, the number of pills, the dosage amounts, and any instructions or warnings about driving. Woods pleaded not guilty to DUI charges last week after his vehicle crashed, with the arrest report noting his eyes were bloodshot, his pupils dilated, and two hydrocodone pills were found in his pocket.

  • On April 1, 2026, Tiger Woods' vehicle crashed in Florida.
  • On April 3, 2026, Woods was arrested on suspicion of driving under the influence.
  • On April 8, 2026, prosecutors announced plans to subpoena Woods' prescription drug records.

The players

Tiger Woods

A 50-year-old professional golfer who has won 15 major championships and is considered one of the greatest players in the sport's history.

Lewis Pharmacy

A pharmacy located in Palm Beach, Florida that has filled prescriptions for Tiger Woods.

Doug Duncan

Tiger Woods' attorney who will handle any objections to the subpoena for his prescription records.

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What they’re saying

“We must get to the bottom of this incident and determine if any prescription drugs played a role.”

— Martin County Prosecutor

What’s next

The judge will decide whether to allow the subpoena for Woods' prescription records within the next 10 days.

The takeaway

This case highlights the ongoing challenges professional athletes face in managing pain medication, as well as the legal complexities around DUI cases involving prescription drugs versus alcohol. It raises important questions about how law enforcement should handle such situations to ensure public safety while also protecting patient privacy.