Tiger Woods' Lawyer Fights Subpoena of Prescription Drug Records in DUI Case

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Tiger Woods' attorney Doug Duncan plans to fight prosecutors' attempts 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 when it comes to his medications and is asking a judge to limit any release of the records.

Why it matters

This case highlights the ongoing legal battles over privacy rights versus prosecutors' needs for evidence in DUI cases, especially when prescription medications may have been involved. The outcome could set a precedent for how much access law enforcement has to a defendant's private medical information.

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. 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 3, 2026.
• Prosecutors filed the subpoena request on April 14, 2026.

What they’re saying

What’s next

A judge will hold a hearing to determine if the prescription drug records are necessary for the criminal investigation and, if so, whether a protective order should limit their release.