What happens to the patent file after a Certificate of Extension is issued?
After a Certificate of Extension is issued, several changes occur to the patent file:
- The certificate is added to the official patent file.
- Original papers from the extension application are transferred to the official patent file.
- A copy of the certificate is added to the patent electronic database.
- The patent is added to the list of extended patents on the USPTO website.
MPEP 2759 states: “All original papers from the application for patent term extension in the official file are transferred to the official patent file of the subject patent and become a part of the permanent record.” This ensures that all relevant information is consolidated in the official patent record.
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Topics:
Adjustments,
And Extensions,
MPEP 2700 - Patent Terms,
MPEP 2759 - Certificate Of Extension Of Patent Term,
Patent Law,
Patent Procedure