What happens after a supplemental examination is concluded?
After a supplemental examination is concluded, the Office electronically publishes a supplemental examination certificate. As stated in MPEP 2818, “Supplemental examination is concluded by the electronic publication of the certificate.” The subsequent procedure depends on whether a Substantial New Question of patentability (SNQ) is raised:
- If an SNQ is raised, an ex parte reexamination is ordered.
- If no SNQ is raised, the certificate is published as an attachment to the patent.
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Topics:
MPEP 2800 - Supplemental Examination,
MPEP 2818 - Procedure After Conclusion Of Supplemental Examination,
Patent Law,
Patent Procedure