Los Angeles, CA asked in Bankruptcy, Contracts, Copyright and Criminal Law for California

Q: Can I use word "Minnie" in my brand title, brand logo. I only use "Minnie", not "Minnie Mouse", is it ok?

For example, my brand is: Pinky Minnie Couture or Destiny Minnie Arts ...

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David Michael Lehr
David Michael Lehr
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  • Criminal Law Lawyer
  • Ventura, CA
  • Licensed in California

A: Not a criminal law question.

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  • Intellectual Property Lawyer
  • San Diego, CA
  • Licensed in California

A: There is not enough information to answer this. However, you should think about whether your use will evoke thoughts of Minnie Mouse when viewed by consumers.

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Theodore Allan Greene
Theodore Allan Greene
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  • Bankruptcy Lawyer
  • Sacramento, CA
  • Licensed in California

A: You have to select the right category to get an attorney to respond with knowledge in that subject area. You selected Criminal Law.. See if there is a category more suited for your question.

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Dale S. Gribow
Dale S. Gribow
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  • Criminal Law Lawyer
  • Palm Desert, CA
  • Licensed in California

A: more info needed.

this is not a question for a criminal law site.

you just want to be sure there is no suggestion of Minnie mouse for instance.

my guess is that absent additional info it would be ok

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