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− | The '''Transfer Dispute Resolution Policy''' or '''TDRP''', which was created on 12 November 2004, is a [[DRP]] for use between two registrars engaging in Inter-Registrar domain name transfers. Registrars are encouraged to try to solve the dispute between themselves before filing a TDRP, as the resolution fees can be substantial.<ref>[http://www.icann.org/en/transfers/dispute-policy-12jul04.htm ICANN.org: Registrar Transfer Dispute Resolution Policy]</ref> Registrars who wish to dispute alleged violations from the other registrars may initiate a dispute proceeding, either with an independent dispute resolution provider or a relevant registry operator. If a registry operator is chosen, the decision of this registry operator may be appealed by the registrars to an independent dispute resolution provider.<ref>[http://www.webhosting.info/news/1/icann-approves-dispute-resolution-providers-for-tdrp_0504053153.htm webhosting.info]</ref> A decision made by an independent dispute resolution provider may not be appealed, except for in court. | + | The '''Transfer Dispute Resolution Policy''' or '''TDRP''', which was created on 12 November 2004, is a [[DRP]] for use between two registrars engaging in Inter-Registrar domain name transfers. Registrars are encouraged to try to solve the dispute between themselves before filing a TDRP, as the resolution fees can be substantial.<ref>[http://www.icann.org/en/transfers/dispute-policy-12jul04.htm ICANN.org: Registrar Transfer Dispute Resolution Policy]</ref> Registrars who wish to dispute alleged violations from the other registrars may initiate a dispute proceeding, either with an independent dispute resolution provider or a relevant registry operator. If a registry operator is chosen, the decision of this registry operator may be appealed by the registrars to an independent dispute resolution provider.<ref>[http://www.webhosting.info/news/1/icann-approves-dispute-resolution-providers-for-tdrp_0504053153.htm WebHosting.info]</ref> A decision made by an independent dispute resolution provider may not be appealed, except for in court. |
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| There is a statute of limitations of six months on filing the procedure.<ref>[http://www.icann.org/en/transfers/dispute-policy-12jul04.htm ICANN.org: Registrar Transfer Dispute Resolution Policy]</ref> | | There is a statute of limitations of six months on filing the procedure.<ref>[http://www.icann.org/en/transfers/dispute-policy-12jul04.htm ICANN.org: Registrar Transfer Dispute Resolution Policy]</ref> |
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− | [[ICANN]] has the authority to accredit independent as well as neutral dispute resolution providers based on certain criteria.<ref>[http://www.webhosting.info/news/1/icann-approves-dispute-resolution-providers-for-tdrp_0504053153.htm webhosting.info]</ref> | + | [[ICANN]] has the authority to accredit independent as well as neutral dispute resolution providers based on certain criteria.<ref>[http://www.webhosting.info/news/1/icann-approves-dispute-resolution-providers-for-tdrp_0504053153.htm WebHosting.info]</ref> |
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| == The Transfer Dispute Resolution process == | | == The Transfer Dispute Resolution process == |
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| # The Request for Enforcement or Appeal for submission to the Dispute Resolution Provider requires the same information as listed above for the Request for Enforcement to the Registry. | | # The Request for Enforcement or Appeal for submission to the Dispute Resolution Provider requires the same information as listed above for the Request for Enforcement to the Registry. |
| # The Dispute Resolution Provider has 30 days to review all related documentation. | | # The Dispute Resolution Provider has 30 days to review all related documentation. |
− | # | + | # The Filing Registrar/Appellant must pay a Filing Fee to the Dispute Resolution Provider. If the case that the Filing Registrar/Appellant wins the dispute, the Non-Filing Registrar/Appellee must cover the costs of the Filing Fee. |
| # The above procedures may not precent a Registrar from submitting the dispute to a court for independent resolution.<ref>[http://www.icann.org/en/transfers/dispute-policy-12jul04.htm ICANN.org: Registrar Transfer Dispute Resolution Policy]</ref> | | # The above procedures may not precent a Registrar from submitting the dispute to a court for independent resolution.<ref>[http://www.icann.org/en/transfers/dispute-policy-12jul04.htm ICANN.org: Registrar Transfer Dispute Resolution Policy]</ref> |
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