How do I know if I own the intellectual property rights on my idea?

The answer to this question will depend on where and how you choose to protect your idea. In the state of New Mexico, the law provides protections to various types of intellectual property. Examples of intellectual property protected under New Mexico law include copyright, trademarks, and patents. If you would like to protect your idea as a copyright, you can register it with the U.S. Copyright Office. This will give you exclusive rights to the work for a specified period of time. If you would like to protect your idea as a trademark, you can register it with the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office. A trademark will give you exclusive rights to use the name or logo associated with your idea. If you would like to protect your idea as a patent, you can file an application with the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office. A patent will give you exclusive rights to make, use, and sell the invention associated with your idea. In all cases, it is important to remember that filing a copyright, trademark, or patent does not guarantee that you own the intellectual property rights on your idea. The registration process only provides evidence of ownership if challenged in court.

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