Christopher Zellers, Attorney at Law

10/26/2025

🚨 Attention St. Louis County Drivers 🚨
Big change in the world of DWI enforcement in St. Louis County: the county has now implemented a “no-refusal” policy for suspected impaired driving stops. 
What that means in plain English: if you’re stopped on suspicion of driving while intoxicated, and you refuse a breath or chemical test, officers can now immediately seek a warrant for a blood draw — even if you say no. 

Here’s what every driver (and future client) needs to know:
• This doesn’t mean you’ve waived your rights — you still have the right to remain silent, to an attorney, and to challenge any warrant or test collection.
• Refusing a breath test is no longer the “safe” fallback it used to be in this county. The new policy means refusal might lead almost instantly to a hospital blood draw via warrant. 
• For folks facing a DWI or chemical-test refusal in St. Louis County, legal representation matters more than ever. From warrant timing to blood draw procedures to implied-consent license suspensions, the stakes are higher.
• If you’re pulled over and things escalate, call a defense attorney right away. Early involvement can make the difference.

At JMH Law Firm, we specialize in criminal defense and have significant experience with DWI/ DUI cases in St. Louis and the surrounding counties. If you or someone you care about is facing a DWI—or even if you’re simply concerned about how this new “no-refusal” policy could impact you—let’s talk. A free consultation can help you understand your rights, options, and what steps you can take.

Stay safe, drive smart — and when in doubt, call us before you decide.

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06/14/2025

🚔 Pulled Over for a DWI in St. Louis? Read This Before You Panic.

A night out in Soulard or catching a game downtown shouldn’t end with flashing lights in your rearview mirror—but if it does, you need to know your rights before the court date.

As a DWI defense attorney here in St. Louis, I’ve helped hundreds of people in your exact situation. You’re not a criminal—you made a mistake (or an officer thinks you did). Let’s talk facts:

✅ Refusing a breath test? Missouri law hits you with a one-year license revocation—but you may be eligible for a Limited Driving Privilege (LDP).

✅ First-time offense? It doesn’t have to ruin your record or your future. Many cases are resolved with reduced charges, or even dismissed, depending on the evidence.

✅ **Every case is different—**and so is every defense. I take the time to analyze the stop, the tests, and the evidence, building a strategy that actually fits your situation.

Your next steps could make all the difference. Don’t plead guilty just to “get it over with.” Talk to a lawyer who knows how to fight—and when to negotiate.

📞 Free Consultations — No pressure. Just solid answers.
📍 Based in St. Louis. Serving clients across Missouri.
📅 DM me or call [314-827-6222] to book your free consultation.

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You’ve got one shot to handle this right—make it count.



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05/04/2024

The Byrnes Mill Police Department is hosting the 4th annual 'Special Olympics Car Show' this Saturday on the parking lot of Spring Hills Church located on Upper Byrnes Mill Road at Highway 30. Come on out and see some great vehicles, meet some new people, and enjoy a hot dog from 'Company B BBQ'. We have lots of great raffle items that alone will make it worth your while. There are trophies for several display categories as well as dash plaques for the first 50 registered vehicles. All proceeds from this event will be donated to the Special Olympics of Missouri. We look forward to seeing you all there. Chief Frank.

04/09/2024

Christopher Zellers is one of the top rated DUI-DWI attorneys in St. Louis, MO. He has met the stringent Super Lawyers selection criteria.

04/05/2024

The investigators further acknowledged, “Current methods that focus on THC and/or metabolite concentrations in blood, saliva, urine, or exhaled breath can lead to false-positive results for recent use due to the persistence of THC well outside of the typical 3-4-hour window of potential impairment following cannabis inhalation.”

Consequently, the study’s authors determined that per se traffic safety laws adopted in several states that criminalize drivers who test positive for trace levels of THC in their blood are “not supported by science,” and that they risk “wrongly accusing” motorists who are neither impaired nor have recently consumed cannabis.

Per Se THC limits are "not supported by science"

04/04/2024