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What happens if unlicensed merchandise is discovered at retail outlets during our periodic merchandise surveys?

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What happens if unlicensed merchandise is discovered at retail outlets during our periodic merchandise surveys?

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It is the obligation of Carnegie Mellon to undertake legal actions as required to protect its marks. Unauthorized use of our trademarks is a violation of state and federal law and is subject to both civil and criminal penalties. Suppliers who fail to cooperate can be issued a cease and desist order and have their illegal merchandise seized; however, Carnegie Mellon first attempts to contact any unlicensed manufacturer to gain it cooperation in securing a license. What are Product and Art Guidelines? The Trademark Licensing Office has established a number of guidelines to assist the University Community with the use of our identifying marks. To learn more about the program or to schedule a one on one or group meeting, please call John Marano, Licensing Coordinator, at (412) 268-3904, e-mail marano@andrew.cmu.edu, or read the Program Overview. How can I use other trademarks? Contact John Marano at (412) 268-3904, e-mail marano@andrew.cmu.