Section 136: Scale of costs

The Patents Rules, 2003Central Rules · 1970

(1) In all proceedings before the Controller, he may, subject to rule 63, award costs as he considers reasonable, having regard to all the circumstances of the case:

Provided that the amount of costs awarded in respect of any matter set forth in the Fourth Schedule shall not exceed the amount specified therein.

(2) Notwithstanding anything contained in sub-rule (1), the Controller may, in his discretion award a compensatory cost in any proceeding before him which in his opinion is false or vexatious.

Where this provision sits

Act	The Patents Rules, 2003
Section	136
Marginal note	Scale of costs
Jurisdiction	Central
Status	In force as published by the source

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