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Tiger Woods Moves to Block Subpoena for Prescription Records in DUI Case

The dispute could decide whether prosecutors can use pharmacy data to fill the gap left by a refused drug test.

Overview

  • Prosecutors filed notice on April 7 to subpoena Woods’ medication records from Lewis Pharmacy for Jan. 1 through March 27, and his attorney has now asked the court to block the request and hold a hearing.
  • The subpoena seeks fill dates, pill counts, dosages, refill information, and any instructions or warnings, including cautions about driving while taking the drugs.
  • Investigators reported no alcohol on a breath test and say Woods refused a urine test after the March 27 rollover crash, so prosecutors view pharmacy records as the closest substitute for chemical evidence.
  • Defense lawyer Douglas Duncan argues the records are protected by constitutional privacy rights and asks for a protective order that limits access to prosecutors, law enforcement, state experts, and the defense, with no public release without a judge’s approval.
  • Woods has pleaded not guilty, a judge approved his travel for inpatient treatment overseas, and a status hearing is set for May 5 in Martin County court.