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The Secretary of State’s Trademark and Service Mark Section handles
the registration in Rhode Island of trademarks and service marks.
A trademark is a word, name symbol, or device, or any
combination thereof, adopted and used by a person to identify goods
made or sold by him or her, and to distinguish them from goods made or
sold by others.
service mark is a mark used in the sale or advertising of
services to identify the services of one person and distinguish them
from the services of others.
General provisions governing trademarks and service marks can be found in Chapter 6-2 of the General Laws of Rhode Island, 1956, as amended.
If you would like to register your trademark or service mark, you may
register the mark in the State of Rhode Island using the forms provided
on this website. Instructions outlining the requirements for
registration are also provided.
The Secretary of State's Trademark Section will review each
application for registration for accuracy and will determine the
availability of the registration in Rhode Island. Registration is
effective for a period of ten years for a fee of $50.00.
Rules for the Classification of Trademarks/Service Marks
Registration of a trademark or service mark does not prevent another person from registering the name as a d/b/a (doing business as) in the city of town where the business is located, nor does it prevent another person from incorporating under the same name. Should you encounter a situation where you have a legal question or concern, you are urged to seek the advice and expertise of legal counsel.
For information on Federal Trademarks, please visit the United States Patent and Trademark Office.
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