Oklahoma § 78-21 - Definitions
Full text of Oklahoma Oklahoma Statutes § 78-21 — Definitions, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 78-21. Definitions
(A) The term "trademark" as used herein means any word, name,
symbol, emblem, or device or any combination thereof adopted and
used by a person to identify goods made or sold or services rendered
by him and to distinguish them from goods made or sold or services
rendered by others.
(B) The term "person" as used herein means any individual, firm,
partnership, corporation, association, union or other organization.
(C) The term "applicant" as used herein embraces the person
filing an application for registration of a trademark under this
act, his legal representatives, successors or assigns.
(D) The term "registrant" as used herein embraces the person to
whom the registration of a trademark under this act is issued, his
legal representatives, successors or assigns.
(E) For the purposes of this act, a trademark shall be deemed to
be "used" in this state (1) when it is placed in any manner on the
goods or their containers or on the tags or labels affixed thereto
and such goods are sold or otherwise distributed in this state, or
(2) when it is used in any manner in connection with the sale or
advertising of services in this state.
(F) The term "emblem" as referred to in section (A) shall be
deemed any badge, motto, button, decoration, charm, rosette or such
other insignia.
Laws 1959, p. 368, § 1.
Frequently Asked Questions About Oklahoma § 78-21
What does Oklahoma Statutes § 78-21 cover?
Section 78-21 ("Definitions") is part of the Oklahoma Statutes, the codified statutory law of Oklahoma. It sets out the legal rule or procedure described in the text above. Statutes are amended regularly, so always verify against the official source.
How do I cite Oklahoma § 78-21?
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Is this the official text of Oklahoma law?
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How does Oklahoma § 78-21 apply to my situation?
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