New Constitutional Policing Unit
FWPD established a new Constitutional Policing Unit (CPU), reinforcing the department ’ s commitment to legality, accountability, transparency, and continuous improvement across policies, training, and operations. The CPU complements the City ’ s independent oversight structure by working in coordination with the Office of the Police Oversight Monitor (OPOM), while creating an internal framework to ensure sustained compliance and organizational learning. This dual approach strengthens both independent review and internal accountability.
Operating within the Office of the Chief of Police, the CPU is structured to provide strategic oversight and measurable performance review. The unit includes:
Chief of Police
FWPD Liaison Captain (Sworn)
CPU Manager (Civilian)
Criminologist in Residence (Part-time, Contract) Provides analytic methods and quality assurance. Dr. Alex Del Carmen contracted.
Coordinates implementation across units. Captain Pawel Nabialek assigned.
Leads strategy, reviews, and reporting. Target hire date: April 2026.
Why it Matters
Builds Trust and Legitimacy
Improves Coordination and Follow-Through
Reduces Risk and Strengthens Systems
Positions Fort Worth as a National Model
Internal and external structures for accountability help the community see that transparency is practiced and proven.
Ensures that findings translate into action through defined processes, timelines, and verification.
Identifies and resolves policy and procedural gaps before they escalate; protecting officers, the public, and the City.
Demonstrates proactive oversite and internal reform can coexist. Aligns FWPD with national best practices and reflects local values.
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