Trending Now - Tiger Woods Denies DUI Charges, Seeks Jury Trial After Crash

WHO:

US Magazine - President Trump stated, "I think he’s doing great, he’s doing good," regarding Tiger Woods on March 31st, 2026.

AP - Tiger Woods, a 15-time major champion, is involved in the DUI case.

ESPN - Douglas Duncan is Woods' attorney representing him in the case.

WHAT:

CNN - Woods was found to have two hydrocodone pills in his left pants pocket at the time of his arrest, according to the arrest affidavit.

CNN - Woods stated to law enforcement, "I take a few," when asked about prescription medication he had consumed.

CNN - Woods' attorney, Douglas Duncan, represented him in a previous DUI case in 2017 where Woods pleaded guilty to reckless driving.

WTNH - Woods was arrested on March 27th, 2026, after a rollover accident and was held at the Martin County Jail until he was released on a $1,000 bond later that same day.

CNN - Woods' attorney, Douglas Duncan, stated that Woods had taken prescription pills earlier in the morning of the crash, but the specific names of the medications were redacted in the arrest affidavit.

CNN - The Martin County Sheriff's Department reported that Woods' breath test did not show signs of alcohol, and he refused to submit to a urinalysis or blood test for other drugs.

CNN - Woods' next court hearing is scheduled for May 5th, 2026, and he waived his arraignment hearing that was scheduled for April 23rd, 2026.

ESPN - Woods' attorney, Douglas Duncan, submitted the not guilty plea and demand for a jury trial in Martin County Circuit Court on March 31st, 2026.

CNN - Woods was arrested on March 27th, 2026, after a rollover accident near his home, and the Martin County Sheriff's Department reported that he showed signs of impairment.

CNN - The arrest affidavit indicated that Woods was "sweating profusely" and had "lethargic and slow" movements during the interview with law enforcement.

CNN - Woods' SUV rolled over after clipping a trailer, causing it to swerve and flip on its side.

CNN - Woods was transported to the Cleveland Clinic Martin South ER after his arrest but refused all medical treatment.

CNN - Woods' next court hearing is scheduled for May 5th, 2026.

CNN - Woods was arrested on March 27th, 2026, after a rollover accident near his home.

CNN - The Martin County Sheriff's Department reported that Woods was "sweating profusely" and had "lethargic and slow" movements during the interview.

CNN - Woods' attorney, Douglas Duncan, stated that Woods had taken prescription pills earlier in the morning of the crash.

CNN - The arrest affidavit indicated that Woods had two hydrocodone pills found in his left pants pocket at the time of his arrest.

CNN - Woods' eyes were described as "bloodshot and glassy" with "extremely dilated" pupils during the interview with law enforcement.

CNN - Woods is charged with driving under the influence with property damage and refusal to submit to a lawful test, both misdemeanors.

CNN - Woods' breath test taken at the Martin County Jail registered 0.000 on both samples, indicating no alcohol was detected.

CNN - Woods' refusal to submit a urine test could result in a second-degree misdemeanor for a first-time refusal, punishable by up to 60 days in jail and a $500 fine, in addition to an automatic one-year driver’s license suspension.

CNN - Woods' next court hearing is scheduled for May 5th, 2026.

ESPN - Woods' attorney, Douglas Duncan, did not immediately respond to a request for comment regarding the case.

ESPN - Martin County Sheriff John Budensiek stated that Woods' breath test did not show signs of alcohol.

ESPN - Woods was observed "limping and stumbling to the right" during field sobriety tests, according to Deputy Tatiana Levenar.

ESPN - Woods told Deputy Levenar that he has a limp and his ankle seizes while walking due to his medical condition.

ESPN - The arrest affidavit noted that Woods had undergone seven back surgeries and over 20 operations on his right leg.

WTNH - The Martin County Sheriff's Department released an arrest affidavit detailing that Woods was "sweating profusely" and his movement was "lethargic and slow" during the interview with law enforcement.

ESPN - Woods' attorney, Douglas Duncan, submitted the not guilty plea and demand for a jury trial in Martin County Circuit Court.

ESPN - The arrest affidavit noted that Woods had two hydrocodone pills found in his left pants pocket at the time of his arrest.

ESPN - Woods stated to law enforcement that he had taken prescription pills earlier in the morning of the crash.

ESPN - Woods' attorney, Douglas Duncan, represented him in a previous DUI case in 2017 where Woods pleaded guilty to reckless driving.

WTNH - Woods was found to have pain pills in his pocket and showed signs of impairment at the scene of the crash.

ESPN - Woods was transported to the Cleveland Clinic Martin South ER after his arrest but refused all medical treatment.

ESPN - Woods was held at the Martin County Jail until he was released on a $1,000 bond later on March 27th, 2026.

ESPN - Woods stated he had taken prescription pills earlier in the morning of the crash.

AP - Tiger Woods pleaded not guilty to charges of misdemeanor DUI with property damage and refusal to submit to a lawful test.

ESPN - Woods demanded a jury trial in Martin County Circuit Court.

ESPN - Woods was found to have two hydrocodone pills in his left pants pocket at the time of his arrest.

ESPN - Woods was observed to be "sweating profusely" and moving "lethargic and slow" during the interview with law enforcement.

WHERE:

AP - The incident occurred near Woods' home on Jupiter Island, Florida.

ESPN - The case is being handled in Martin County Circuit Court in Stuart, Florida.

WHEN:

ESPN - The rollover crash occurred on March 27th, 2026, and Woods pleaded not guilty on March 31st, 2026.

AP - Woods pleaded not guilty on March 31st, 2026.

ESPN - The rollover crash occurred on March 27th, 2026.

ESPN - Woods waived his arraignment hearing that was scheduled for April 23rd, 2026.

WHY:

CNN - Woods told authorities that he was distracted by his phone and changing the radio station when the crash occurred, which led to a collision with a truck hauling a trailer.

CNN - Woods stated he was distracted by his phone and changing the radio station when the crash occurred, which led to a collision with a truck hauling a trailer.

CNN - Woods stated he was distracted by his phone, which resulted in a collision with a truck hauling a trailer.

ESPN - Woods stated he was looking down at his cellphone and changing the radio station when the crash occurred.

HOW:

CNN - Deputy Tatiana Levenar noted that Woods was instructed to perform a series of four field sobriety tests, during which he was observed "limping and stumbling to the right."

CNN - Woods was informed about the Florida Implied Consent Law but refused to provide a urine test, despite being told he could change his mind at any point during his time at the jail.

CNN - Woods was informed about the Florida Implied Consent Law but refused to provide the urine test, despite being told he could change his mind at any point during his time at the jail.

ESPN - Deputy Levenar instructed Woods to sit on the bumper of a police cruiser for the remainder of the investigation due to his medical condition.

ESPN - Deputy Tatiana Levenar instructed Woods to perform a series of four field sobriety tests, during which he was observed "limping and stumbling to the right."

ESPN - After Woods was arrested, he was transported to the Cleveland Clinic Martin South ER but refused all medical treatment.

ESPN - Deputy Tatiana Levenar noted that Woods had undergone seven back surgeries and over 20 operations on his right leg, which he severely injured in a car wreck in February 2021.

ESPN - Deputy Tatiana Levenar noted that Woods' eyes were "bloodshot and glassy" and his pupils were "extremely dilated" during the interview.

ESPN - Woods' SUV rolled over after clipping a trailer, causing it to swerve and flip on its side.

ESPN - Woods refused to submit to a urinalysis or blood test for other drugs after the crash.

ESPN - Woods was instructed to perform field sobriety tests, during which he was observed "limping and stumbling to the right."

(UPDATED April 1, 2026 21:10 UTC)

Tiger Woods was arrested after a crash involving a truck hauling a trailer, and he told authorities that he was distracted by his phone and changing the radio station at the time. During the arrest, officers found two hydrocodone pills in his left pants pocket, and Woods admitted to consuming prescription medication, saying, "I take a few." His attorney, Douglas Duncan, previously represented him in a 2017 DUI case where Woods pleaded guilty to reckless driving, and during the sobriety tests, he was observed limping and stumbling to the right.

(UPDATED April 1, 2026 19:18 UTC)

Woods was arrested on Friday after a rollover accident and was held at the Martin County Jail until he was released on a $1,000 bond later that same day. His attorney revealed that Woods had taken prescription pills earlier that morning, although the specific medications were not disclosed, and while a breath test showed no signs of alcohol, Woods refused to undergo further drug testing. According to Woods, he was distracted by his phone and changing the radio station when he collided with a truck, and he is scheduled to appear in court again May 5th.

(UPDATED April 1, 2026 17:16 UTC)

Tiger Woods' attorney submitted a not guilty plea and requested a jury trial in Martin County Circuit Court on Tuesday, following Woods' arrest on Friday after a rollover accident near his home. The arrest affidavit revealed that Woods showed signs of impairment, including sweating profusely and lethargic movements, and he was reportedly distracted by his phone when he collided with a truck hauling a trailer. Woods was taken to the Cleveland Clinic Martin South ER after the incident but refused medical treatment, and his next court hearing is set for May 5th.

(UPDATED April 1, 2026 11:16 UTC)

Tiger Woods was arrested on Friday, following a rollover accident near his home, with the Martin County Sheriff's Department reporting that he exhibited signs of impairment during the interview. His attorney revealed that Woods had taken prescription pills earlier that morning, and an arrest affidavit noted that two hydrocodone pills were found in his left pants pocket at the time of his arrest. During the field sobriety tests, Woods was observed limping and stumbling, and although he was informed about the Florida Implied Consent Law, he refused to provide a urine test.

(UPDATED April 1, 2026 09:17 UTC)

Tiger Woods has been charged with driving under the influence with property damage and refusal to submit to a lawful test, both misdemeanors, following a collision with a truck while he was distracted by his phone. A breath test taken at the Martin County Jail showed no alcohol detected, but Woods' refusal to provide a urine test could lead to a second-degree misdemeanor, which carries a penalty of up to 60 days in jail and a $500 fine, along with an automatic one-year driver’s license suspension. His next court hearing is set for May 5th.

(UPDATED April 1, 2026 07:19 UTC)

Tiger Woods was observed limping and stumbling during field sobriety tests, prompting Deputy Tatiana Levenar to instruct him to sit on the bumper of a police cruiser for the remainder of the investigation. Woods explained that his limp and difficulty walking are due to a medical condition, which includes seven back surgeries and over twenty operations on his right leg. Meanwhile, Martin County Sheriff John Budensiek confirmed that Woods' breath test did not show any signs of alcohol, and his attorney, Douglas Duncan, has not yet commented on the case.

(UPDATED April 1, 2026 05:38 UTC)

The Martin County Sheriff's Department has released an arrest affidavit detailing that Tiger Woods appeared to be sweating profusely and moving lethargically during his interview with law enforcement. His attorney, Douglas Duncan, has submitted a not guilty plea and requested a jury trial in Martin County Circuit Court, while the affidavit also revealed that Woods had two hydrocodone pills in his left pants pocket at the time of his arrest. During the incident, Deputy Tatiana Levenar observed Woods limping and stumbling while attempting to perform field sobriety tests, and after his arrest, he was taken to the Cleveland Clinic Martin South ER but refused all medical treatment.

(UPDATED April 1, 2026 04:00 UTC)

on Tuesday, President Trump praised Tiger Woods, saying, "I think he’s doing great, he’s doing good." Woods, who pleaded not guilty on the same day to charges stemming from a rollover crash that occurred on Friday, had previously faced legal issues in 2017 when he pleaded guilty to reckless driving in a DUI case. His attorney, Douglas Duncan, noted that Woods has undergone seven back surgeries and over 20 operations on his right leg, which was severely injured in a car wreck in February 20th21.

(UPDATED April 1, 2026 01:21 UTC)

Tiger Woods was found with pain pills in his pocket and showed signs of impairment following a crash, according to reports. After his arrest, he was taken to the Cleveland Clinic Martin South ER but refused medical treatment and was later held at the Martin County Jail until he was released on a $1,000 bond on Friday. During an interview, Deputy Tatiana Levenar observed that Woods had bloodshot and glassy eyes, with extremely dilated pupils.

(UPDATED March 31, 2026 23:05 UTC)

Tiger Woods, a 15-time major champion, has pleaded not guilty to misdemeanor DUI charges with property damage and refusal to submit to a lawful test following an incident near his home on Jupiter Island, Florida. The rollover crash occurred on Friday, when Woods reportedly looked down at his cellphone while changing the radio station, causing his SUV to clip a trailer and flip on its side. During the arrest, Woods was found with two hydrocodone pills in his left pants pocket and was observed sweating profusely and moving lethargically. He has demanded a jury trial in Martin County Circuit Court, represented by attorney Douglas Duncan, and waived his arraignment hearing scheduled for April 23rd. Woods was instructed to perform field sobriety tests, during which he was seen limping and stumbling to the right.