August 2024
On 30 July 2024, the Constitutional Court issued decision No. 144/PUU-XXI/2023, which derives from a judicial review request brought by a local individual who contested the interpretation of Article 74 Paragraphs (1), (2) and (3) of Law No. 20 of 2016 on Trademarks and Geographical Indications ("Trademark Law").
The Constitutional Court is a judiciary body entitled to review the interpretation and enforceability of laws and regulations. It may revise provisions in existing laws based on a request if they find them to be unconstitutional. In this case, the Constitutional Court decided to revise the provisions of Article 74 Paragraphs (1) and (2) of the Trademark Law.