A Shiprock man with seven DUI convictions in New Mexico and two in Colorado was arrested on a DUI in Cortez on Dec. 23.
Perry Hayes Jr., 47, allegedly had an open case of Budweiser in the backseat of a Kia sedan when Cortez Police initiated a traffic stop about 12:30 a.m. on South Elm Street near the intersection with Main Street. He did not perform roadside maneuvers adequately and, at Montezuma County Detention Center, blew a blood alcohol level of 0.159 percent, which is above the legal limit of 0.08 percent.
In court on Christmas Eve, prosecutors recommended a $20,000 cash or surety bond, but 22nd Judicial District Judge Todd Plewe set bond at $3,000 cash or surety. He returned to court, via video from jail, on Thursday.
Public defender Justin Bogan on Thursday requested a lower bond. He said Perry’s father has health issues and he needs to take care of him. Montezuma County Court Judge JenniLynn Lawrence denied the bond request.
“I encourage you to reach out to other folks who can help your dad if you’re unable to post the bond,” Lawrence said.
Hayes is charged with a Class 4 felony for driving under the influence with three or more priors as well as failure to stop at a red light, unlawful display of license plates and driving under restraint. He is scheduled for a preliminary hearing on Jan. 23.
