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Professional golfer Tiger Woods is scheduled to appear in Martin County court on September 2 to modify his legal position in a driving under the influence case stemming from a March rollover accident. The 50-year-old athlete’s attorney filed paperwork on September 1 requesting the change-of-plea hearing before Judge Darren Steele. Woods initially entered a not-guilty plea to misdemeanor charges of DUI with property damage and refusal to submit to a lawful test, but the specifics of his new plea remain undisclosed by both his legal team and prosecutors.
The incident occurred on March 27 when Woods’ Land Rover struck a pressure-cleaning trailer on Jupiter Island while traveling at high speed. The vehicle rolled onto its side, and authorities found Woods exhibiting signs of impairment, including dilated pupils and lethargy. He denied consuming alcohol, and a Breathalyzer test registered zero, but officers discovered two hydrocodone pills in his possession. Woods later declined to provide a urine sample and told deputies he had been distracted by his phone and radio when the crash happened.
During the legal process, prosecutors obtained authorization to access Woods’ prescription records from early 2026 and hospital documentation from the date of the accident. The golfer has remained away from professional competition since announcing his withdrawal to pursue treatment in March. He made a public appearance at a PGA Tour event in June but has not returned to official play.
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Originally reported by Sports.yahoo →
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