Tiger Woods' recent plea deal in his DUI case might affect his golf game.
The judge warned that he cannot drive any motor vehicle for the next five years.
Woods pleaded no contest to reckless driving and refused a urine test. As part of the deal, he agreed not to drive a motor vehicle.
The judge emphasized, "There are no exceptions. If you were to drive for any reason at all, you would go immediately back to jail."
In Florida, a golf cart is legally considered a motor vehicle. This could be problematic for Woods, who often uses golf carts during practice.
However, there is a nuance.
In California, a golf cart under 1,300 pounds is not classified as a motor vehicle but as a "specialized recreational vehicle."
For example, a tournament at Torrey Pines, owned by the City of San Diego, might be an exception.
But Woods would be taking a risk.
The Florida judge could argue that Florida law applies, where golf carts are motor vehicles.
Moreover, the judge's wording was broad: "If you were to drive for any reason." This could extend beyond traditional motor vehicles.
Woods has been clearly warned about the consequences of any driving violation.
