US EditionWhy Attorney Says Tiger Woods’ Car Crash ‘Absolutely’ Falls Under ‘Trenton’s Law’ About Impaired Driving
Woods said he will focus on his health and seek treatment after a rollover crash and a second DUI arrest since 2009.
- On Tuesday, Tiger Woods announced he is stepping away from golf indefinitely following his March 27 car crash in Jupiter Island, Florida, and subsequent DUI arrest.
- Officials reported Woods was 'sweating profusely' when his vehicle flipped on its side during the collision; police found hydrocodone pills in his possession and he refused a urine test.
- Woods pleaded not guilty to DUI charges on Tuesday through his attorney, Douglas Duncan, while Augusta National Golf Club confirmed he will miss the Masters beginning April 9.
- His absence impacts his role on the PGA Tour board leading the Future Competition Committee; PGA Tour CEO Brian Rolapp expressed 'full respect and support' for the decision.
- The 50-year-old stated he is 'committed to take the time needed to return in a healthier place,' having battled back and leg injuries for over 10 years since a 2009 crash.
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Tiger Woods Says He'll Seek Treatment
(MedPage Today) -- Tiger Woods said Tuesday he is stepping away to seek treatment, 4 days after his vehicle crashed in Florida and he was arrested on suspicion of driving under the influence. He will miss the Masters for the second straight year...
Why attorney says Tiger Woods’ car crash ‘absolutely’ falls under ‘Trenton’s Law’ about impaired driving
Tiger Woods' crash on Friday, which led to his second DUI arrest, comes after “Trenton’s Law” went into effect last October. The law, named for St. Johns County teen Trenton Stewart, who was killed by a drunk driver in May 2023, increases penalties for impaired driving cases.
Lawyer breaks down Tiger Woods' legal troubles after crash, DUI arrest
KNOXVILLE, Tenn. (WATE) — Tiger Woods is facing legal troubles again after he was charged with driving under the influence following a crash in Florida. In this week's Ask Isaacs, 6 News Anchor Lori Tucker and Attorney Greg Isaacs break down the case and discuss DUI laws. On Friday, March 27, Woods was involved in [...]
Tiger Woods Had No Real Choice But To Miss The Masters
Tiger Woods was doing everything in his power to get his game and body right enough to tee it up in next week's Masters. That opportunity flew out the window the moment he had to crawl out of his own car, literally. He was charged with two misdemeanors, including DUI with property damage, after turning over his SUV 13 days before opening tee shots would be hit at Augusta National.It seems unbelievable, obvious, and very much ridiculous, to have…
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