Can protective order materials be submitted under MPEP § 724.02?
Can protective order materials be submitted under MPEP § 724.02?
Yes, protective order materials can be submitted under MPEP § 724.02. The MPEP specifically addresses this type of material:
‘Protective order material is defined as trade secret or other confidential information protected by a court entered protective order.’
This provision allows for the submission of materials that are subject to a court-ordered protection. Such materials may include:
- Confidential business information
- Sensitive technical data
- Information protected in ongoing litigation
When submitting protective order materials, applicants must ensure they comply with both the court order and the USPTO’s procedures under MPEP § 724.02. This helps maintain the confidentiality of the information while allowing it to be considered in the patent examination process.
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