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A Copyright NOC (TM-C) is essential when applying for copyright protection on an artistic work intended for commercial use. This document, typically known as a Trademark NOC or Search Certificate, confirms that the artistic work or design does not infringe on existing trademarks.
A Copyright NOC, also referred to as a Trademark NOC or Search Certificate, is a document issued by the Trademark Department that certifies there are no conflicting trademarks or designs similar to the one for which copyright protection is being sought. It is especially necessary when the artistic work will be used in products or services, such as on labels or packaging.
Obtaining a Copyright NOC involves several key steps and can vary depending on the complexity of the design or artistic work. Here is a detailed look at the process:
Before applying for a Copyright NOC, a comprehensive search of the Trademark Register is conducted to identify any similar existing designs or artistic works. This step helps in avoiding potential conflicts and objections. The search includes reviewing all classes of trademarks for any similar designs or names.
Once the search is completed, an application for a Trademark NOC (TM-C) is submitted to the Trademark Department. This application must include details about the artistic work, its intended use, and a declaration that no similar trademarks exist.
The Trademark Department examines the application and may issue an objection letter if they find any similarities with existing trademarks. The applicant must respond to this objection within 30 days. Our attorneys assist in drafting a response that addresses the concerns raised in the objection letter and provides necessary clarifications.
Following the review of the response to the objection letter, the Trademark Department may issue a Search Certificate or Copyright NOC (TM-C) if no further issues are found. This certificate confirms that the artistic work is free from conflicts with existing trademarks.
The process of obtaining a Copyright NOC typically takes several weeks to a few months, depending on the complexity of the application and the responsiveness to any objections. Key timelines include:
It's important to note that if objections are raised, the timeline may extend depending on how quickly the applicant addresses these objections.
A Copyright NOC (TM-C) is necessary when filing a Copyright application for an artistic work that will be utilized to sell goods or services. Normally, a Copyright NOC from the Trademark Department is not required for an artistic or literary work, but when the work is used for products or services, a Copyright NOC from the Trademark Department is required. Copyright NOCs are often referred to as Trademark NOCs or Search Certificates
When Copyright is required for a design on a label, product, or packaging of any product or service, the copyright authorities demand that a Trademark NOC from the Trademark Department be submitted with the copyright application
Our Trademark Attorneys will guide, advise, and assist you in obtaining a Copyright NOC from the Trademark Department in a timely and efficient manner. Our professional team conducts a thorough search of the Trademark Register and assists you in selecting original and distinctive designs and artistic works for your products and services. Our legal specialists draught and prepare Trademark NOC applications and keep track of each Copyright NOC application on a regular basis. Our team responds rapidly to objections presented in the objection letter and examination report of the Copyright NOC application, as well as the relevant documents, and assists you in obtaining Copyright NOC fast and efficiently
The Trademark Department issues a TM-C after conducting a comprehensive search of the Trademark Register in all classes for any similar design or artistic work. If the Trademark Department discovers any similar Design or Artistic Work, or a similar name or title present in the design or artistic work already existing in the Trademark Register, the department issues an objection letter with an examination report containing the details of the objections and similar existing Trademarks, designs, or artistic work, and the applicant for the Copyright NOC must respond within 30 days
On the merits of the case, the Trademark department evaluates the response to the objection letter, as well as the response to the examination report and accompanying documents, and issues a Search Certificate / Copyright NOC (TM-C)
At Businessmitra Copyright attorneys are skilled at preparing solid legal arguments in response to objection letters and examination reports, and can assist you in obtaining a search certificate in a timely manner
We are the most experience advocates for Copyright NOC
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