Washington County, WI – Residents in the Town of Jackson were notified today, Sunday, about a registered sex offender moving into the community, according to the Washington County Sheriff’s Office.
According to the Sheriff’s Office, the notification was issued under Wisconsin Statute 301.46(2m), which allows law enforcement to inform the public when doing so is believed to enhance safety and awareness. Officials emphasized the notice is not intended to cause alarm.
Authorities said James C. Castro Sr. is scheduled to move into a residence at 1725 Cth NN in the Town of Jackson on Sunday. Castro has been convicted of multiple sex offenses in Washington County, including two counts of 4th Degree Sexual Assault on September 17, 2007, and one count of 3rd Degree Sexual Assault on December 1, 2015.
The Sheriff’s Office stated that the victims in the cases were known to Castro. He has completed the prison sentence imposed by the court and is currently under supervision.
Officials said Castro will remain on probation until December 8, 2028, and will be closely monitored by the Wisconsin Department of Corrections Division of Community Corrections. He is required to follow numerous rules and restrictions as part of his supervision.
Law enforcement stressed that Castro is not wanted at this time and that there is no specific threat associated with the notification. The agency reiterated that community notifications are meant to provide information so residents can make informed decisions.
“An informed public is a safer public,” the Sheriff’s Office stated, noting that sex offenders have long lived within communities, but notification laws now allow agencies to share details when appropriate.
Residents seeking more information about Wisconsin’s sex offender registration laws can visit appsdoc.wi.gov/public/faq. Questions can also be directed to local probation and registration officials listed by the Sheriff’s Office.
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