Judge Allows Prosecutors Access to Tiger Woods' Drug Records

A Florida judge ruled Tuesday that prosecutors may access Tiger Woods' prescription drug records from a Palm Beach pharmacy as part of their investigation into his March arrest on suspicion of driving under the influence. The decision came during a hearing in Martin County Circuit Court, north of Palm Beach County, following a subpoena for records dating from January 1 through March 27, the date of the crash.

Woods' defense attorney, Doug Duncan, argued in a prior court filing that the request violated Woods' constitutional right to privacy regarding his prescription medications. Duncan also sought a protective order, which the judge granted, restricting access to prosecutors, law enforcement, state experts, and the defense team only. The records will not be released to the public.

The 48-year-old golfer was arrested on March 27 after his SUV clipped a truck's trailer on a residential road in Jupiter, where the speed limit is 30 mph, causing about $5,000 in damage. The vehicle rolled onto its driver's side. Deputies reported Woods showed signs of impairment, including lethargic movements, despite a Breathalyzer test registering no alcohol. He performed field sobriety tests while...