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NOVELTIES INTRODUCED BY THE ROYAL DECREE-LAW 23/2018 OF MODIFICATION OF LAW 17/2001 OF MARKS

Below are the most outstanding news of registration nature, indicating its date of entry into force.
- Entry into force on January 14, 2019:
-Legitimation to request registration
-Representation of the distinctive sign
- New wording of the absolute prohibitions of article 5
- Renowned Brands
-Entrance in force when the modification of the Regulation for the execution of Law 17/2001, of December 7, of Trademarks is approved:
- Proof of use in the context of opposition to registration
- Entry into force on January 14, 2023:
- Direct administrative competence of the SPTO to process applications and declare the nullity or expiration of registered trademarks or trade names