South Africa:
Morocco Now Permits The Recordal Of Trade Mark Rights Directly With Customs Authorities
21 January 2019
Adams & Adams
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Our North Africa operation has confirmed that it is now possible
for owners of trade marks locally registered in Morocco – as
well as international registrations designating Morocco – to
record a suspension application at the customs authorities,
requesting the seizure or suspension of any counterfeit products
bearing their trade mark. This is permitted by the provisions of
law No. 31/05.
When a suspension application is successfully filed at the
customs administration, all other offices at ports of entry in
Morocco should be informed and instructed to suspend and seize any
counterfeit products bearing the recorded trade mark. Suspension
applications are valid for twelve months, renewable annually.
We are awaiting reports regarding the efficacy of the process
and will continue to update clients regarding suspension
applications and recordals in Morocco. Requirements for the filing
include notarised or legalised Power of Attorney documents, as well
as certified copies of the trade mark registration, supplied by our
office.
The content of this article is intended to provide a general
guide to the subject matter. Specialist advice should be sought
about your specific circumstances.
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