What translation services does STIC provide for foreign language documents?
STIC offers comprehensive translation services for foreign language documents through its Translations Service Center. These services include:
- Oral translations for major European languages and Japanese
- Written translations from virtually all foreign languages into English
- Full translations upon request
- Maintenance of a database of previously completed document translations
According to MPEP 901.06(a):
“Examiners may consult the translators in the Translations Service Center of STIC for oral assistance in translating foreign language patents and foreign document sources that may be possible references for applications being examined. Oral translations are performed for the major European languages and for Japanese. Examiners may also request written translations of pertinent portions of references being considered for citation or already cited in applications.“
These translation services are crucial for examiners to fully understand and utilize foreign language prior art in their patent examinations.
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