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Enforcement Options Matrix
| Path | Use When | Pros | Limits | Typical First Response | Indicative Cost* |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cease & Desist Notice | First strike; clear infringement; possible compliance | Fast, low cost | Not always effective | 2–5 business days | ₹7k–₹20k |
| Online Takedown | Listings/social/posts/apps/domains | 24–96h removals possible | Platform-dependent | 24–96 hours | ₹5k–₹15k per platform |
| Civil Suit (Injunction/Damages) | Urgent relief or damages needed | Court orders, strong deterrent | Time & litigation cost | 2–6 weeks (interim) | from ₹45k+ |
| Criminal Action (Counterfeits) | Fake goods, large scale | Raids, seizure, deterrence | Evidence heavy; police bandwidth | 2–8 weeks typical | from ₹25k+ |
| Domain Dispute (INDRP/UDRP) | Cybersquatting/confusing domain | Transfer or cancel domain | Panel fees; procedure bound | 45–75 days | from ₹35 |
Documents Required
- Trademark registration certificate(s) or application details, class-wise use description
- Brand use evidence: packaging/artwork, marketing creatives, website/app screenshots
- Proof of reputation & prior use: invoices, sales data, ads, awards, media mentions
- Infringement evidence: screenshots, URLs, purchase bills, marketplace order IDs, samples
- Identity & address of complainant/entity; authorization/Power of Attorney (if represented)
Trademark Enforcement Process (Step-by-Step)
Intake & Assessment
We review your registration/use, evidence of infringement, risk, and goals (stop, settle, or pursue damages).Evidence Preservation
Dated screenshots, purchase invoices, test purchases, notarized prints, server headers, WHOIS/domain data, and chain-of-custody logs.Strategy & Notice
Cease & Desist / legal notice demanding immediate cessation, disclosures of sales, and undertakings; parallel online takedowns where urgent.Negotiation / Settlement
Undertaking, rebrand timelines, recall of stock, destruction certificates, or licensing (if commercially sensible).Litigation (if needed)
Suit for injunction/damages; urgent interim relief; John Doe/Ashok Kumar orders for unknown sellers; Anton Piller/Mareva applications in fit cases.Criminal & Enforcement Actions
Police complaints for counterfeits, raid coordination, seizure panchnamas, and follow-through.Border & Domain Actions
Customs IPR recordal; INDRP/UDRP complaints; host/DNS suspension.Closure & Monitoring
Compliance audit, destruction/delisting proofs, and ongoing watch to prevent recurrence.
