Trademark FAQs - related questions & answers

Question: Can a fax copy or photocopy of an application be filed?

Answer:
You cannot transmit an application by means of facsimile transmission, i.e., by "faxing" it to the Office, but you can file a photocopy or a fax copy by U.S. mail or hand delivery.

Question: How do I find out whether a mark is already registered?

Answer:
You may conduct a search free of charge on the USPTO website using the Trademark Electronic Search System (TESS)

Question: Who must be licensed?

Answer:
Anyone or any business/organization that wants to use another person’s trademark on their own product must have a license before offering the product/goods for sale.
 

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