Account

The Actual News

Just the Facts, from multiple news sources.

Prosecutors seek Woods' prescription drug records after Florida arrest

Prosecutors seek Woods' prescription drug records after Florida arrest

Summary

Prosecutors in Florida are trying to get Tiger Woods' prescription drug records after he was arrested for driving under the influence following a car crash. Woods has pleaded not guilty, and there will be a legal decision about accessing these records on April 22. Woods' lawyers have the option to challenge this request in court.

Key Facts

  • Tiger Woods was arrested for driving under the influence after a car crash in Florida.
  • Prosecutors are seeking Woods' prescription drug records to support their case.
  • Woods was not injured in the crash, and he admits to taking medication earlier in the day.
  • Police body camera footage shows Woods explaining he was distracted by his phone just before the crash.
  • A breathalyzer test showed Woods had no alcohol in his system, but he declined a urinalysis for other drugs.
  • Two pills identified as hydrocodone, a pain medication, were found in Woods' pocket.
  • Woods' lawyers can contest the subpoena for his prescription records within 10 days.
  • In 2017, Woods faced a similar charge where a toxicology report found multiple drugs in his system.

Source Information