T.M.E.P. § 1904.11
Incontestability

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1904.11 Incontestability

Under §73 of the Trademark Act, 15 U.S.C. 1141m, if a holder files an affidavit that meets the requirements of §15 of the Trademark Act, a registered extension of protection to the United States may become "incontestable". See TMEP §§1605 et seq. regarding the requirements for an affidavit of incontestability under §15 of the Trademark Act.

The USPTO will not accept these affidavits until after November 2, 2008.