Tiger Woods may face restrictions on driving golf carts as he navigates the aftermath of his DUI plea. On September 2, 2026, Woods appeared in court at the Martin County Courthouse in Florida, where he accepted a plea deal that suspended his driving license for five years following a DUI incident earlier in the year. During that incident, Woods flipped his Land Rover and was found with two hydrocodone pills. Initially pleading not guilty, he later changed his plea to guilty for reckless and careless driving, with Judge Daren Steele accepting the agreement that amended the original DUI charge.
As a result of the plea deal, Woods is barred from driving any motor vehicle, which includes golf carts in Florida. Judge Steele emphasized that any attempt to drive could result in jail time. The PGA Tour Champions player handbook specifies that players must drive their carts to their tee shots on par 4s and par 5s, but Woods' ability to compete may be limited unless the tour alters its rules regarding driving.
The handbook also encourages players to walk whenever possible, but due to Woods' history of injuries, walking may not be feasible for him. In Senior Majors, carts are not permitted unless a player has a documented medical condition that necessitates their use and receives prior approval.
Since his crash in March 2026, Woods has been out of the public eye, reportedly undergoing rehabilitation in Switzerland. In a statement, he acknowledged the seriousness of his situation and expressed the need to prioritize his health and recovery.