Section 44, Semiconductor Integrated Circuits Layout-Design Act, 2000 [S20-A3W]
As at 7 September 2026. In force from 9 December 2000 by S.O. 1192(E) [N12-AG3].
44. Power to issue directions.—(1) The Controller may, by order in writing, direct any patentee to take such measures in relation to the working of a patent as may be specified in the order, and such person shall comply with the direction within the period specified therein. (2) An order under sub-section (1) shall state the reasons on which it is made and shall be served on the person to whom it is addressed in such manner as may be prescribed.
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Controller: Section 2, Semiconductor Integrated Circuits Layout-Design Act, 2000 [S208S5] (In this Act, unless the context otherwise requires,—): "Controller" means the Controller General of Patents, Designs and Trade Marks referred to in section 73 of the Patents Act, 1970 (39 of 1970)
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patentee: Section 2, Semiconductor Integrated Circuits Layout-Design Act, 2000 [S208S5] (In this Act, unless the context otherwise requires,—): "patentee" means the person for the time being entered on the register as the grantee or proprietor of the patent
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