A Missouri man classified as a Level 3 sex offender was taken into custody in Fulton County, Arkansas, earlier this week.
James Allen Risner, 64, of Thayer, Missouri, was arrested on Tuesday, November 10, 2026, according to authorities. Risner was charged with failure to register or comply with sex offender reporting requirements, a legal obligation for individuals in his classification.
The Missouri Department of Public Safety identifies Risner, also listed as 'James Alan Risner' on its records, as a Level 3 sex offender—indicating a high risk of reoffense under the state’s classification system.
He is currently being held at the Fulton County Detention Center as he awaits further court proceedings for these charges.
Under Arkansas law, registered sex offenders are required to report changes in residence, employment, or other status to authorities within specified timeframes. Failure to comply with these requirements can result in criminal charges.
Details surrounding the circumstances of Risner's non-compliance have not been disclosed at this time.