New details emerged on Tuesday via a probable cause affidavit concerning the recent arrest of professional golfer Tiger Woods. The documents reveal that deputies located two white pills inside Woods’ pocket during the processing following his suspected DUI incident.

Details of the March 27th Crash

On Friday, March 27, 2026, Tiger Woods, age 50, was arrested on suspicion of driving under the influence. The arrest followed a two-vehicle collision on Jupiter Island involving his black Land Rover and a pickup truck towing a trailer.

The incident occurred around 2 p.m. on South Beach Road. Woods was reportedly driving his Land Rover northbound behind a white Ford F-150. According to deputies, the truck slowed to execute a right turn, prompting Woods to cross double solid lines to pass.

This maneuver resulted in Woods striking the rear of the trailer, causing his vehicle to roll over onto the driver’s side. Sheriff John Budenseik confirmed during a news conference that reports of the rollover crash near 281 South Beach Road were received shortly before 2 p.m.

Immediate Scene Observations and Investigation

Upon arrival, law enforcement observed the overturned Land Rover and the pickup truck pulling a pressure cleaner trailer. Damage to the trailer alone was estimated at approximately $5,000. Neither Woods nor the other driver sustained injuries and both declined hospital transport at the scene.

Deputies noted immediate signs of impairment while speaking with Woods. The affidavit detailed that Woods was sweating heavily despite being in an air-conditioned vehicle. Furthermore, he appeared lethargic, exhibited bloodshot and glassy eyes with dilated pupils, and was unusually talkative.

Woods' Explanation and Medical History

Woods attributed the crash to distraction, telling deputies he had been looking down at his cellphone and attempting to change the radio station. He also informed officers about his extensive medical history.

This history includes seven back surgeries and over 20 leg procedures. Woods mentioned that he currently walks with a limp and experiences ongoing ankle problems. Due to these limitations, deputies modified several field sobriety exercises or performed them while Woods remained seated.

Impairment Indicators and Arrest

Even with accommodations, deputies documented multiple indicators of impairment. These included poor coordination, difficulty following instructions, and failure to correctly complete coordination tests involving hand and eye movements.

Woods was subsequently arrested around 3:12 p.m. on a misdemeanor charge of driving under the influence with property damage. During the search incident to arrest, deputies found two white pills in his left pants pocket.

The affidavit specified that the pills were identified by their imprint as hydrocodone and were secured as evidence.

Post-Arrest Proceedings and Test Refusal

At the Martin County Jail, Woods underwent two breath tests, both registering 0.000, confirming no measurable alcohol in his system. Deputies then requested a urine sample to test for drugs or medication.

Woods refused the urine test after receiving Florida’s implied consent warning. His documented refusal occurred at 4:33 p.m. This refusal carries heightened consequences due to a law enacted in October 2025.

Impact of "Trenton's Law"

This legislation, commonly known as “Trenton’s Law,” reclassified refusal to submit to a lawful DUI test as a separate criminal offense, rather than just an administrative license issue. The law was reportedly established following a fatal DUI crash involving Trenton Stewart, where test refusal complicated prosecution.

Under the revised statute, refusing a breath or urine test now results in a second-degree misdemeanor charge, an automatic one-year license suspension, and potential jail time up to 60 days. Previously, refusals primarily led only to license suspension.

Medical Clearance and Charges

Following his booking, jail medical staff requested Woods receive medical clearance due to his involvement in the crash. He was transported to Cleveland Clinic ER South but refused medical treatment there before being returned to the Martin County Jail.

Tiger Woods currently faces misdemeanor charges for driving under the influence with property damage and for refusing to submit to a lawful test.