Investigate the facts presented to them by the alleged complainant - make a determination as to whether sufficient probable cause exists for a summary arrest. If not - advise the complainant to apply for a warrant for the alleged assaulter's arrest.
No. A police officer doesn't have to witness the assult to make the arrest. If the assault was of a Domestic Nature and the officers believe an assault occur he is required to make an arrest. The law 99-3-7 (3) uses the phrase "Shall" which gives the officer very little choice.
Yes, if they can.
LE Officer = Law Enforcement Officer = Police = Cop
there is no such thing as a simple assault
In GA this would be considered a "Simple Battery" a misdemeanor, and would require school documentation of the "bullying" and a police report. This can be made with a Juvenile Complaint Form, and submitted to the local juvenile court for inquiry/trial. Your Local PD or SO can facilitate this.
Slapping someone, or spitting on someone are examples of simple assault in Canada.
The electric chair.
A parolee can be violated by being in close proximity of the commission of the crime of simple assault. So, yes.
It is better not to have any such assault on your record. Domestic assault is particularly distasteful, and is a very cowardly act.
The odds are that you'll be treated more harshly by the court the second time around.
In most jurisdictions I am aware of "Simple" Assault (meaning assault with nothing but your hands or fists) is a misdemeanor. It can be charged as a more serious crime depending upon the seriousness of the injuries inflicted on the victim.
Viewing Police reports has shown that the rules for gaining access to them varies according to the department. Something as simple as a noise complaint might be available to be reviewed but something such as domestic violence would not be released for review. If one is looking to view their own police report it should be available through your local police department.