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Last week, Trayvon Martin’s mother Sybrina Fulton, filed applications with the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office to trademark two slogans associated with her son Trayvon Martin: “I Am Trayvon,” and “Justice for Trayvon.”

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Ms. Fulton has faced criticism over the trademark, as many falsely think she is trying to profit off the name of her son.

The trademark attorney, Kimra Major-Morris, said in an email that Ms. Fulton merely wants to protect intellectual property rights for “projects that will assist other families who experience similar tragedies.”

According to the lawyer, the family’s trademark efforts have no profit motive, which is why they sent us this statement on the issue:

The family is NOT attempting to profit from Trayvon Martin’s death. A trademark registration is necessary to issue cease and desist letters for those exploiting Trayvon Martin’s name.

The family is grateful for the outpouring of support and attention drawn to this injustice. A trademark filing is the first step in weeding out those using Trayvon’s name in bad faith.  

The family is also setting up a foundation that will assist other families in their fight for justice.

It’s an everyday fight for the Martin family, as they battle continuous allegations against their son and themselves. #HoodiesUp

Please join our Facebook page we have created: Justice For Trayvon Martin

For more on Trayvon Martin, click on the links below.

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