New toxicology reports released show Tiger Woods had pain, anxiety and sleep medications in his system as well as THC when he was arrested on Memorial Day in Palm Beach County, according to the Palm Beach County Sheriff’s Office.
Woods told law enforcement at the time of his arrest that he was taking the painkiller Vicodin after a recent back surgery and also had a prescription for Xanax.
He was found asleep on the side of a road in his 2015 Mercedes-Benz with damage to the front and rear driver’s side tires.
Last week Woods entered a DUI first-offender program.
His arraignment is set for Oct. 25.
Driving under the influence of marijuana is an issue that is raising concerns throughout the country, including Florida. Detecting marijuana in the system is much different than the procedures for alcohol testing. You can read more about that here. Detecting marijuana involves blood or urine testing to discover if THC, the ingredient that purportedly contains psychoactive qualities, in the body.
Proving marijuana intoxication can be somewhat of a challenge for prosecutors as law enforcement is divided on how to efficiently detect a person who is impaired by marijuana. Where a field sobriety test may determine alcohol impairment, it could be inefficient in determining marijuana intoxication. A person who is impaired by alcohol may show signs through slurred speech, slower reaction time, or uncoordinated movements.Someone who is under the influence of marijuana may not have any tell-tale signs. For these reasons, the laws that apply to alcohol intoxication may not be appropriate for marijuana intoxication.
If you have been arrested for DUI involving marijuana in Palm Beach County, our South Florida DUI Defense Lawyers at Whittel & Melton can help. We understand how marijuana and THC metabolize in the body. We can work towards a positive outcome to your arrest by establishing a strong defense strategy. Call us today at 561-367-8777 or contact us online for a free consultation.