Enforcemark

In Indonesia, obtaining and maintaining trademark protection is a complex process that requires navigating various government agencies and legal requirements. It is especially crucial for non-Indonesian citizens, businesses, or legal entities to appoint a registered IP consultant to assist with trademark-related issues. IP consultants offer a broad range of intellectual property-related services, including patents, copyrights, and trade secrets, in addition to trademark-related issues such as search, registration, renewal, enforcement, and monitoring. The first step in obtaining trademark protection in Indonesia is to conduct a comprehensive trademark search to determine whether a desired trademark is available for use. IP consultants have access to databases and resources that are not available to the general public, allowing them to perform a more thorough and accurate search. They can also interpret the search results and provide advice on whether a desired trademark is likely t...

Indonesia has introduced new rules to make it easier for people to protect their intellectual property. The Commercial Court of the District Court of Central Jakarta has issued a Decree No. W10-U1/05/KP.00.3/I/2023, which says that people must now register online with the court to enforce their intellectual property rights. This new system, called e-court, will take effect on January 24, 2023, and covers disputes related to commercial matters and intellectual property. With e-court, people can register their cases online, make payments electronically, receive electronic summons, and carry out legal proceedings through the internet. However, people can still go to court in person if they prefer. This new decree is in response to Supreme Court Regulation (“PERMA”) Number 1 of 2019, which outlines how e-court systems should be used in court proceedings. Other commercial courts in Indonesia have not yet implemented this system, but it is hoped that this new decree will encourage other cour...