What is the purpose of submitting written statements in patent reexamination proceedings?
The purpose of submitting written statements in patent reexamination proceedings is to provide additional context or explanation related to prior art citations. According to MPEP 2202:
“The written statement should be directed to the pertinence of the cited prior art.”
These statements can help clarify the relevance of cited prior art to the patent under reexamination, potentially influencing the examiner’s decision-making process.
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Topics:
MPEP 2200 - Citation Of Prior Art And Ex Parte Reexamination Of Patents,
MPEP 2202 - Citation Of Prior Art And Written Statements,
Patent Law,
Patent Procedure