Intellectual Property in the Dominican Republic: Legal guide to protecting Trademarks, Patents, and Copyrights
This article provides a comprehensive overview of the legal framework governing intellectual property in the Dominican Republic, aimed at guiding entrepreneurs, creators, and businesses—both local and international—on how to effectively protect their intangible assets. It outlines the main protection mechanisms available, details the registration process before the National Office of
Invention Patents, Utility Models, and Industrial Designs: How to Protect Innovations in the Dominican Republic
Protecting innovations is essential to fostering creativity, investment, and competitiveness in the marketplace. In the Dominican Republic, Law No. 20-00 on Industrial Property establishes various legal mechanisms to protect inventions and designs. These mechanisms include invention patents, utility models, and industrial designs, each aimed at protecting different types of innovation.