析知识产权法中的“公共利益”概念

An theoretical explanation of 'Public Interest' in intellectual property law

知识产权法上的"公共利益"概念在功能上可以分为否定性功能、积极性功能和惩罚性功能。"公共利益"概念的内涵无立法规定,须借助于学理解释,它的内容涵盖了政治、经济以及公共道德等诸多方面。我国现行知识产权法在使用"公共利益"概念方面,还存在非一致性缺陷,需要通过修订立法予以克服。

'Public interest' is one of important concepts of Chinese intellectual property law. Its function can be divided into three aspects: negative function, positive function, and punitive function. The concept is not interpreted by legislation, but by theoretical study. The contents of this concept involve politics, economy, and ethics. The use of this concept in intellectual property law of China should be improved.