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Tiger Woods Florida DUI legal proceedings

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Tiger Woods is facing legal proceedings in Florida following a single-vehicle rollover crash on Jupiter Island in March 2026. During the incident, Woods’ vehicle struck a truck before flipping onto its side. While Woods passed a breathalyzer test, police reports indicate he failed field sobriety tests, refused a urine analysis, and was found with hydrocodone pills in his pocket. At the time of the crash, Woods was reportedly traveling at high speeds on a residential road with a 30 mph speed limit; he later stated he was distracted by his phone and the radio. Initially, Woods pleaded not guilty to charges of driving under the influence with damage to property or person, as well as charges related to his refusal to submit to testing. However, on September 1, 2026, Woods entered a plea agreement to resolve the case. The 50-year-old golfer, who was accompanied to the hearing by his girlfriend, Vanessa Trump, agreed to plead no contest to reduced charges of reckless and careless driving, as well as refusal to submit to a lawful chemical test. The original DUI charges were dropped after prosecutors determined there was insufficient evidence of impairment, suggesting Woods may have developed a pharmacological tolerance to prescription medications. As part of the legal resolution, Woods will face a five-year suspension of his driving privileges and must pay $1,500 in fines. Judge Darren Steele ordered the suspensions to run concurrently, ensuring the total suspension period remains five years. During the sentencing, the judge issued a stern warning, stating, “If you drive for any reason at all, you will immediately go back to jail.” Following the hearing, Florida Governor Ron DeSantis clarified on social media that Woods should still be permitted to drive a golf cart on a golf course. Woods has 30 days to appeal the ruling.

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