What is the purpose of 37 CFR 1.927 in the reexamination process?

37 CFR 1.927 is a regulation that allows for petitions in the reexamination process. According to MPEP § 2655:

“However, if a petition under 37 CFR 1.927 is granted overturning a refusal to order reexamination of all of the claims requested to be reexamined, the reexamination proceeding will normally be conducted by another examiner.”

This regulation provides a mechanism for challenging an initial refusal to reexamine certain claims. If such a petition is successful, it not only results in the reexamination of those claims but also typically leads to the assignment of a different examiner for the proceeding.

To learn more:

• 37 CFR 1.927
• reexamination petition
• patent claims
• examiner reassignment