What kind of information is the Bureau looking for at the marker stage?
The Bureau requires sufficient information to determine whether an immunity applicant is first-in under the Immunity Program. It does this by comparing the product description received to information in its marker database and by ensuring that no other party has already requested a marker for the same conduct. For this reason it is important that the applicant, or its legal representative, provide a precise product definition including a description of any sub-products covered by the marker request. Where more than one applicant requests a marker on similar activity, the Bureau may require information regarding the nature of the criminal offence, the geographic market, or the other parties involved to assist it in determining if a marker is available.
