How does the USPTO handle discrepancies in title reports?

When discrepancies are found in title reports, the USPTO takes specific actions to address them. The MPEP 320 states:

If there are discrepancies between the title report and the instrument(s) recorded in the USPTO or the file contents, the title report is returned to the paralegal with an explanation of the discrepancy. The paralegal then contacts the person who ordered the title report and requests correction.

This process ensures that any issues with ownership or chain of title are resolved before the patent application proceeds further.

For more information on ownership verification, visit: ownership verification.

For more information on USPTO procedures, visit: USPTO procedures.