What notice does the USPTO issue when granting a filing date for a supplemental examination request?
When the USPTO grants a filing date to a supplemental examination request, it issues a formal notice to the patent owner. According to MPEP 2812.01:
“If the request is granted a filing date, the Office will mail a ‘Notice of Supplemental Examination Request Filing Date’.”
This notice serves as official confirmation that the supplemental examination request has been received, reviewed, and deemed to meet the necessary requirements for a filing date. It marks the beginning of the supplemental examination process and is an important document for patent owners to keep on record.
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Topics:
MPEP 2800 - Supplemental Examination,
MPEP 2812.01 - Filing Date Of The Request,
Patent Law,
Patent Procedure