Malaysia legislation

Section 26

of PROTECTION OF NEW PLANT VARIETIES ACT 2004

Section 26

Failure to file documentary evidence

(1)

If the applicant fails to file the documentary evidence as required under subsection 25(1), the Board may treat the application for the registration of the new plant variety and grant of a breeder’s right as abandoned.

(2)

Where the opponent fails to file the documentary evidence as required under subsection 25(1), the Board may treat the opposition as abandoned and shall approve the application for the registration of the new plant variety and grant of a breeder’s right.