GA SB19

Establishes a 10-day waiting period for purchases or transfers of semiautomatic assault weapons through licensed dealers, importers, or manufacturers, excluding Saturdays, Sundays, and state/federal holidays from the calculation

Defines "semiautomatic assault weapon" to include selective-fire weapons, revolving cylinder shotguns, and semiautomatic rifles, pistols, or shotguns with detachable magazines and specific features such as folding stocks, pistol grips, or threaded barrels

Exempts holders of Georgia weapons carry licenses and persons covered under Code Section 16-11-130 (law enforcement, military, and other authorized individuals) from the waiting period requirement

Requires licensed dealers to make records available to law enforcement during normal business hours for criminal investigations

Violations by dealers, importers, or manufacturers, or fraud by purchasers to circumvent the waiting period, constitute a felony punishable by 1 to 5 years imprisonment