Tiger Woods to change plea in Florida DUI case, hearing set Wednesday

Tiger Woods to change plea in Florida DUI case; hearing set Wednesday to address legal developments and next steps.

Tiger Woods to change plea in Florida DUI case, hearing set Wednesday
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Publish: 02.09.2026
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Tiger Woods will change his plea in Martin County, Florida, at a hearing scheduled for Wednesday, five months after his arrest following a rollover crash that prompted misdemeanor DUI and refusal-to-test charges, court records show.

The March incident left Woods’ vehicle overturned after it clipped a truck; no one was injured and Woods freed himself by crawling out of the passenger door. Police released body camera footage showing Woods speaking with officers at the scene, where he said he had looked down at his phone seconds before the collision.

Authorities reported Woods passed a breathalyzer at the scene but declined a urinalysis for other substances. Sheriff John Budensiek stated officers suspected impairment of Woods’ normal faculties by an unknown substance. Two white pills found in Woods’ pocket were later identified as hydrocodone.

Woods initially pleaded not guilty to misdemeanor charges of driving under the influence and refusal to submit to testing and announced on social media that he was seeking treatment and stepping away to focus on his health and recovery. The BBC has contacted prosecutors and Woods’ attorney regarding the plea change.

Liberal News Analysis: What Does This Development Mean?

The change of plea hearing formalizes the next procedural step in the case after the March rollover. Official statements cited in records include the breathalyzer result, the declined urinalysis, the identification of hydrocodone pills, and Woods’ public statement about seeking treatment.

Quick Glance: What You Need to Know

  • Hearing for change of plea set for Wednesday in Martin County, Florida.
  • March rollover crash produced misdemeanor DUI and refusal-to-test charges; no injuries reported.
  • Woods passed a breathalyzer, declined further drug testing; two hydrocodone pills found.

Kaynak: BBC

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