Tiger Woods to leave the country for treatment following suspected DUI rollover crash
KOMO • • general
Key Points:
- Martin County Judge Darren Steele approved Tiger Woods' request to travel abroad for comprehensive inpatient treatment while facing misdemeanor DUI charges, with no opposition from the State of Florida.
- Woods was arrested on March 27 for misdemeanor DUI and refusal to submit to urine testing, and pills were found in his possession; he posted $1,150 bond and had no formal travel restrictions before this ruling.
- Defense attorneys cited medical recommendations highlighting the necessity of treatment at an overseas facility due to Woods' complex clinical condition and concerns that U.S. public scrutiny could hinder his recovery.
- The court order, signed Wednesday, allows Woods to leave the country and emphasizes continuous monitoring and a controlled environment at the treatment center; Woods waived presence at some preliminary proceedings and agreed to appear at future hearings.
- The ruling came one day after Woods announced his temporary withdrawal from professional golf, with no additional court dates scheduled immediately after the decision.
