6.
What are the stages in the processing of
an application by the Industrial Designs
Registration Office? Please
see the flow chart
7. What is the term of registration
of an industrial design ?
The period of protection for a registered
industrial design is 15 years from the filing
date. Extension fees become due on the anniversaries
of the 5 th year and 10 th year from the
date of registration.
8. Must an industrial design be
registered ?
An industrial design must be registered
for the owner to obtain exclusive rights
to use the design.
9. What legislation governs the
industrial designs ?
The
Industrial Designs Act 1996
The
Industrial Designs Regulations 1999
10. Are there
any useful web sites on industrial designs
?
Two useful web sites are:-
Industrial
Designs