Since 2020, the PACTE law has profoundly transformed the protection of inventions in France, marking a crucial step in the evolution of patents over the past 25 years.
Enhanced Examination for High-Quality Patents. The assessment of inventive activity has become a decisive criterion for granting patents, aligning France more closely with the quality standards applied by the European Patent Office.
A New Boost for Utility Certificates. In parallel, the law has renewed interest in utility certificates by extending their validity from 6 to 10 years. It is also now possible to convert a utility certificate application into a patent application, and vice versa.
This flexibility enables innovative companies to better tailor their protection strategies to their needs, whether focusing on a fast-track approach or opting for an in-depth examination.
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