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Utility modelsIn some cases, you might choose to file a utility model application instead of a patent application. The level of inventiveness required is generally lower and protection can be obtained more quickly than with a patent. The term of protection of a utility model is shorter, not exceeding 10 years from the filing date, but the level of protection is similar to the patent. Consequently, a utility model application will have to meet certain requirements as is the case with a patent application and should thus be drafted with due care. Utility model protection The following categories of inventions are included in Danish utility model law:
A method e.g. a process cannot be protected so in some areas, utility model law differs from patent law. The invention must differ clearly from what is already described in prior art. 
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