What is a Notice of Intent to Issue Inter Partes Reexamination Certificate (NIRC)?
A Notice of Intent to Issue Inter Partes Reexamination Certificate (NIRC) is a document issued by the patent examiner at the conclusion of an inter partes reexamination proceeding. It is prepared using Form PTOL-2068 and indicates the examiner’s intention to issue a reexamination certificate.
According to the MPEP, Upon conclusion of the inter partes reexamination proceeding, the examiner must complete a Notice of Intent to Issue Inter Partes Reexamination Certificate (NIRC) by filling out Form PTOL-2068.
The NIRC may include an examiner’s amendment and must provide reasons for patentability for any claims found patentable.
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Topics:
MPEP 2600 - Optional Inter Partes Reexamination,
MPEP 2687 - Notice Of Intent To Issue Inter Partes Reexamination Certificate (Nirc) And Conclusion Of Reexamination Proceeding,
Patent Law,
Patent Procedure