Can the USPTO record a non-English assignment document without a translation?
No, the USPTO cannot record a non-English assignment document without an accompanying English translation. MPEP 302.02 clearly states:
The assignment document, if not in the English language, will not be recorded unless accompanied by an English translation signed by the translator.
This policy ensures that all recorded documents are accessible and understandable to USPTO examiners and the public. Attempting to record a non-English document without a translation will result in the document being rejected for recordation.
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Topics:
MPEP 300 - Ownership and Assignment,
Patent Law,
Patent Procedure