商标法修订草案首次提请审议

Core Viewpoint - The draft amendment to the Trademark Law was submitted for review, aiming to enhance trademark registration, management, and protection systems, while addressing issues such as malicious trademark registration and misleading trademarks [1][2]. Group 1: Trademark Registration - The draft establishes a dedicated chapter to consolidate and improve trademark registration conditions, prohibiting registrations that are not intended for use or exceed normal business needs [1]. - It strengthens the protection of well-known trademarks by prohibiting the registration of others' well-known trademarks, regardless of whether they are registered or not [1]. Group 2: Trademark Management - The draft includes provisions to correct misleading use of registered trademarks, imposing fines of up to 50,000 yuan for non-compliance, and allowing for the cancellation of trademarks by the State Council if violations are severe [1]. - It emphasizes the regulation of trademark agencies and their personnel to ensure compliance with the law [1]. Group 3: Trademark Infringement Protection - The draft enhances the investigation of trademark infringement, including provisions for transferring cases suspected of criminal activity and coordinating handling [2]. - It establishes penalties for malicious trademark litigation and mandates civil liability for damages caused [2].