Why doesn the Federal Institute of Intellectual Property (IGE) take more severe measures?
The IGE is very active in this area but it cannot exceed its legal competence (see question 12).Thus, it may not declare sanctions against offenders nor make a decision in cases of litigation. It is up to the concerned individuals (physical or moral persons) to participate in the fight against the illegal use of the Swiss cross and ‘made in Switzerland’ designations by resorting to the instruments provided by the law (see questions 10 and 11).
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