Methods

Strategic Reviews

Strategic Reviews are broad evaluations of the Dallas Police Department's systems, strategies, and organizational structure, aimed at identifying intradepartmental improvements that enhance internal controls and align the Department’s regulations and procedures with its mission and community needs. Each review employs a methodological approach, leverages internal and external subject matter expertise, and is informed by an evaluation of applicable standards and recognized effective policing practices. These reviews culminate in a written report submitted to the Chief of Police, outlining key findings and corresponding recommendations for improvement. The Constitutional Policing Unit then guides the implementation of approved recommendations.

Limited Scope Reviews

Limited Scope Reviews are focused evaluations of a specific command level—such as a Group, Division, Section, or Unit—or of a particular departmental operation, aimed at identifying targeted opportunities to enhance internal controls, foster innovation, and promote data-driven decision-making. Each review employs a methodological approach, leverages internal and external subject matter expertise, and is informed by an evaluation of applicable standards and recognized effective policing practices. These reviews culminate in a written report submitted to the Chief of Police, outlining key findings and corresponding recommendations for improvement. The Constitutional Policing Unit then guides the implementation of approved recommendations.

Data Reviews

The Constitutional Policing Unit, in collaboration with subject matter experts, collects, analyzes, and reports statistical information to identify patterns and trends, ensure compliance with applicable standards, and support data-driven decision-making. This includes Motor Vehicle Stop Data Reviews conducted on a weekly, quarterly, and annual basis to uphold the racial profiling data requirements outlined in Texas Code of Criminal Procedure Article 2B. 

Internal Control Assessments

Internal Control Assessments are focused evaluations of a specific command level—such as a Group, Division, Section, or Unit—designed to affirm adherence to the regulations and procedures that guide the Dallas Police Department’s internal control system, including the City of Dallas Personnel Rules, City of Dallas Administrative Directives, the Department’s General Orders, and the command level's standard operating procedures.

Material Inventories

Material Inventories support the accountable management of the Dallas Police Department’s monetary assets and the proper storage and handling of property and evidence. These inventories include routine cash counts and the verification and secure destruction of drugs and firearms stored in the Property Room.

Special Initiatives

The Constitutional Policing Unit provides timely guidance through a constitutional policing lens while also leading long-term projects geared toward cultivating a culture of continuous learning. Special Initiatives include preparing Executive Briefings on emerging issues and ongoing challenges, reviewing proposed internal regulations, developing and implementing training programs, and executing activities to uphold the Dallas Police Department’s internal control system in alignment with applicable regulations, including City of Dallas Administrative Directive 4-09.