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10 §1211. Definitions

§1211. Definitions As used in this chapter, unless the context otherwise requires:   [PL 1969, c. 503 (NEW).] 1.  Article.  “Article” means a product as distinguished from its trademark, label or distinctive dress in packaging;   [PL 1969, c. 503 (NEW).] 2.  Certification mark.  “Certification mark” means a mark used in connection with the goods […]

10 §1212. Deceptive trade practices

§1212. Deceptive trade practices 1.  Lists.  A person engages in a deceptive trade practice when, in the course of his business, vocation or occupation, he   A. Passes off goods or services as those of another;   [PL 1969, c. 503 (NEW).] B. Causes likelihood of confusion or of misunderstanding as to the source, sponsorship, […]

10 §1213. Remedies

§1213. Remedies A person likely to be damaged by a deceptive trade practice of another may be granted an injunction against it under the principles of equity and on terms that the court considers reasonable. Proof of monetary damage, loss of profits or intent to deceive is not required. Relief granted for the copying of […]

10 §1214. Application

§1214. Application 1.  Application.  This chapter does not apply to:   A. Conduct in compliance with the orders or rules of, or a statute administered by, a federal, state or local governmental agency;   [PL 1969, c. 503 (AMD).] B. Publishers, broadcasters, printers or other persons engaged in the dissemination of information or reproduction of […]

10 §1215. Uniformity of interpretation

§1215. Uniformity of interpretation This chapter shall be construed to effectuate its general purpose to make uniform the law of those states which enact it.   [PL 1969, c. 503 (NEW).] SECTION HISTORY PL 1969, c. 503 (NEW).

10 §1216. Short title

§1216. Short title This chapter may be cited as the Uniform Deceptive Trade Practices Act.   [PL 1969, c. 503 (NEW).] SECTION HISTORY PL 1969, c. 503 (NEW).