USPTO to Begin New ID Verification Program for Trademark Filers in January 2022
On January 8, 2022, all Trademark Electronic Application (TEAS) and TEASi filers can begin the process of verifying their identifications. ID verification must be completed by April 9, 2022. USPTO claims that the ID verification program aims to reduce the number of fraudulent filings. When logging onto their USPTO accounts on January 8, 2022, all Trademark Electronic Application (TEAS) and TEASi filers will be able to begin the process of validating their identities. ID verification must be completed by April [...]