Compulsory Licensing
/ˌkɒmpəlˈsɔːri ˈlaɪsənsɪŋ/
Definitions
- (n.) A legal mechanism allowing a government to authorize use of a patented invention without the patent holder's consent under specific conditions, often to address public interest.
The government issued compulsory licensing to manufacture affordable generic drugs.
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- compulsory licensing
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Commentary
Compulsory licensing balances patent rights with public needs; precise statutory conditions must be met to enforce it.
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