A Bismarck man faces a felony charge for allegedly assaulting a North Dakota Highway Patrol trooper.

Todd Siemers, 33, was charged Monday with Class C felony assault on a peace officer, Class A misdemeanor driving under suspension, Class Bmisdemeanor driving under the influence and Class Bmisdemeanor fleeing a peace officer.

South Central District Judge Robert Wefald set bond for Siemers at $10,000 cash or surety. He also ordered Siemers to participate in the 24/7 Sobriety Program, in which defendants accused of a second or subsequent DUI must undergo breathalyzer tests twice a day to ensure they aren't using alcohol.

According to a release from the patrol, Siemers was stopped for a traffic violation on Bismarck Expressway Saturday. He fled on foot and was pursued by a trooper, the release said. It said a physical confrontation ensued, and the trooper was able to gain control of Siemers after using his Taser.

Burleigh County Assistant State's Attorney Cynthia Feland said the trooper said Siemers hit him several times and swung at him several more.

"These were not accidental strikes,"she said.

She said Siemers is on federal probation for multiple hunting violations and has pending charges in Burke and Ward counties.

She recommended a $30,000 cash bond.

Justin Vinje, Siemers' defense attorney, recommended a $3,000 cash or surety bond and conditions to ensure that Siemers does not drink.

Siemers and the trooper were treated and released from the hospital, the patrol release said.

(Reach reporter Jenny Michael at 250-8225 or jenny.michael@;bismarcktribune.com.)