What are the reasons for opposing a trademark application in Finland?

The following are reasons a trademark application might be opposed:

• It conflicts with an existing registered trademark (ownership rights)


• It goes against standards of morality or public policy


• It is descriptive, functional, misleading, disparaging, deceptive, non-distinctive, or generic


• It conflicts with a registered design


• It conflicts with a personal name


• It uses a geographical indication


• It infringes on copyright


• It conflicts with a well-known mark


• It conflicts with a trade name


• It was registered under the name of an agent or representative


• It uses protected armorial bearings, emblems, or flags without permission