Tiger Woods strikes plea deal in Florida rollover crash case, loses driver’s license for 5 years

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Tiger Woods struck a plea deal in a Florida DUI rollover crash case on Wednesday.

Woods entered the courthouse with his girlfriend Vanessa Trump and stayed silent as he walked past reporters.

Judge Darren Steele said the state amended a charge to Local 1 reckless driving – second offense, adjudication of guilt that carried a $1,000 fine. The second charge was amended to a careless driving citation. Each charge will carry a five-year driver’s license suspension that will run concurrently.

The move came five months after the legendary golfer was involved in a rollover crash that led to charges of driving under the influence and refusal to submit to testing. He pleaded not guilty to the charges at first.

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Tiger Woods walks into a courthouse in Florida

He was initially set to have a hearing at the Martin County Courthouse next week but a change of plea hearing was put on the books for Wednesday morning.

In March, Woods was traveling at a high rate of speed on Jupiter Island when his Land Rover clipped a truck and rolled onto its side. He managed to crawl out of the vehicle without any injuries. He told a deputy officer that he was looking down at his phone and changing a radio station when he hit the truck.

Woods agreed to a Breathalyzer, which showed no signs of alcohol. However, authorities said he refused a urine test. A sheriff’s office report said deputies discovered two pain pills in his pocket and showed signs of impairment.

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Golfer Tiger Woods performing a field sobriety test for sheriff's deputies

“I know and understand the seriousness of the situation I find myself in today,” he said in a March statement after the incident. “I am stepping away for a period of time to seek treatment and focus on my health. This is necessary in order for me to prioritize my well-being and work toward lasting recovery.

“I’m committed to taking the time needed to return in a healthier, stronger, and more focused place, both personally and professionally. I appreciate your understanding and support, and ask for privacy for my family, loved ones and myself at this time.”

He was able to travel outside of the U.S. to seek treatment at an inpatient facility, according to court records.

Steele previously approved an agreement in July which allowed prosecutors to review medical records related to Woods’ crash and arrest. The judge signed off on a similar agreement in May that allowed prosecutors access to prescription medication records for Woods at a Palm Beach pharmacy from the beginning of 2026 through the end of March.

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Woods later made his first public appearance since returning from the treatment in June. He helped introduce the PGA Tour’s plans to revamp its schedule for the 2028 season.

The Associated Press contributed to this report.

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