PA SB200

Prohibits the possession, manufacture, import, sale, or transfer of assault weapons and large capacity magazines (defined as ammunition-feeding devices holding more than 10 rounds)

Current owners of assault weapons must apply for a certificate of possession from Pennsylvania State Police within 180 days or surrender the weapon; applicants must be 21 or older, pass background checks, and pay a $15 fee for a 5-year certificate

Certificate holders may only use assault weapons at their home, another's property with permission, shooting ranges, firearms exhibitions (unloaded), or during transport in a secure case

Establishes the Firearms and Ammunition Buyback Program and Pennsylvania State Police Buyback Fund to provide monetary rewards for individuals surrendering assault weapons, firearms, rifles, shotguns, and ammunition

Violations are generally a first-degree misdemeanor, with second or subsequent offenses classified as third-degree felonies; exemptions apply to law enforcement, military personnel, corrections officers, and licensed firearms dealers acting in official capacity