How can the USPTO present requirements for information?
The USPTO can present requirements for information in several ways, as outlined in MPEP 704.10. According to the regulation:
Requirements for factual information known to applicant may be presented in any appropriate manner, for example:
(i) A requirement for factual information;
(ii) Interrogatories in the form of specific questions seeking applicant’s factual knowledge; or
(iii) Stipulations as to facts with which the applicant may agree or disagree.
Additionally, the requirement for information can be:
- Included in an Office action
- Sent separately from an Office action
This flexibility allows examiners to choose the most appropriate method for obtaining the necessary information, depending on the specific circumstances of each application.
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