Golfing star Tiger Woods is set to make a court appearance related to his DUI arrest earlier this year.
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Woods is set to appear before a judge on Wednesday (September 2) to change his DUI plea. According to court documents obtained by Page Six.
Woods initially pleaded not guilty to the charges. Per the outlet, he has waived arraignment and demanded a jury trial.
Woods was arrested on March 27 on suspicion of driving under the influence. The golf star was released on bail shortly after his arrest. Although authorities stated he showed signs of "impairment," he blew "triple zeroes" for alcohol.
However, a police report obtained by the outlet revealed that "two white pills," later "revealed to be hydrocodone," were found on his person.
The affidavit stated that Woods was "sweating profusely," and admitted to taking prescription medications at the time.
Woods has a history of DUI-related incidents.
Woods Has History of DUI-Related Incidents
In February 2021 the golf icon veered off a road at high speed in Los Angeles, resulting in a rollover crash. The accident resulted in catastrophic injuries to his right leg and ankle, nearly resulting in amputation.
In May 2017 police in Juniper, Florida found Woods asleep at the wheel of his running, damaged vehicle on the side of the road in the wee hours of the morning. Toxicological reports showed a mix of prescription painkillers, sleep aids, and THC in his system. As a result, Woods entered a first-time offender diversion program and pleaded guilty to a lesser charge of reckless driving, resulting in the DUI charge being dropped
In November 2009, Woods crashed his SUV into a fire hydrant and a tree outside his home in Windermere, Florida. This incident wasnt DUI related. However, Woods received a careless driving citation and paid a fine.
Following the latest incident, Woods released a statement saying that he was stepping out of the public eye. To focus on his mental health.
"I am stepping away for a period of time to seek treatment and focus on my health," he shared on X (formerly Twitter) at the time. "This is necessary for me to prioritize my well-being and work toward lasting recovery.
