How to register a trademark in Colorado?
Registering a trademark in Colorado is done by filing an electronically submitted Statement of Registration of Trademark with the Colorado Secretary of State. It begins with searching the trademark through the Colorado Secretary of State's database and the USPTO's TESS tool to see whether the mark is available. The application includes:
- A description of the mark (standard character or special form, e.g., logo).
- A specimen showing use of the mark in commerce (like a logo on the packaging of a product).
- Date of first use in Colorado.
- A Nice Classification class code, available on the USPTO website.
The mark must actually be used in commerce in Colorado. Application is filed via the Secretary of State's Business Organizations web page, opting for "Statement of Trademark Registration of a Reporting Entity" for pre-existing businesses or the same form for individuals. Processing will take approximately 5–7 business days, giving protection for five years, renewable every five years. Federal registration is unique in that registration of a trademark in Colorado gives merely state-level protection, effective within the state of Colorado. It is recommended that a trademark attorney be hired to avoid conflict and comply with the Colorado Revised Statutes.
Conclusion
Learning how to trademark in Colorado is essential to protect a brand. The smooth process, made possible by One IBC USA's tailored solutions, allows businesses to protect their intellectual properties and thrive in Colorado's high-speed economy.
