Order No. 1748 of the Ministry of Economy, Environment and Agriculture validating the Procedure for maintaining the State Register of Geographical Indications.

This Order establishes the legal framework for maintaining the State Register of Geographical Indications. It defines the purpose of the Register as an electronic information system administered by the National Office of Intellectual Property and Innovation, responsible for recording, storing, and providing information on registered geographical indications. The regulation specifies key terms, outlines the legal basis for the Register, and it also sets general rules on data protection, public access to non-confidential information, and the use of electronic systems for managing and publishing registry data.
The document details the structure and content of the Register, including mandatory information such as registration numbers, publication data, product characteristics, geographical origin, applicants, users, and supporting documentation. It establishes procedures for submitting, reviewing, and deciding on applications related to registration, amendments, corrections, and inclusion of authorized users. Applications must meet formal requirements, may be submitted electronically or in paper form, and are reviewed by the authority within the established time limits, with mechanisms for suspension, correction of deficiencies, and appeal. The regulation also provides rules on verification of applicant data, interaction with other state systems, and consideration of sanctions or legal restrictions affecting applicants.
Finally, the document regulates subsequent management of registered data, including updates, corrections of errors, and modifications to product specifications, distinguishing between minor and significant changes. It outlines procedures for public notice, objections, and decision-making in such cases, as well as rules for granting access to registry extracts and handling communications between authorities and stakeholders. The regulation ensures transparency through publication in official bulletins while protecting sensitive personal data, and establishes both administrative and judicial review mechanisms for contested decisions.