Trademark FAQs - related questions & answers

Question: What kind of marks may not be registered?

Answer:
A person may not register a mark that is deceptive, immoral, or scandalous. Also, trademarks related to a belief, an individual, an institution or a national symbol are not permitted.

Question: Where can I find patent publications that will be helpful to me?

Answer:
The U.S. Patent & Trademark Office has several online guides with basic information and application assistance.

Question: What constitutes interstate commerce?

Answer:
For goods, "Interstate commerce" involves sending the goods across state lines with the mark displayed on the goods or the packaging for the goods. With services, "interstate commerce" involves offering a service to those in another state or rendering a service which affects interstate commerce.
 

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