This page consolidates MPEP guidance interpreting 37 CFR § 1.1063, including 39 rules from the Manual of Patent Examining Procedure. It is provided as guidance, with links to the ground truth sources. This is information only, it is not legal advice.

Summary

The Notification of Refusal under MPEP 3737 CFR 1.1063 requires a formal communication indicating the number of the international registration, grounds for refusal, and a copy of an earlier international registration.

What this section covers

• This section covers the requirements for a notification of refusal in international design applications, including specific elements that must be included.
• The core topic is the notification of refusal, which must include details such as the international registration number and grounds for refusal.

Key obligations

• The primary requirement is to include the number of the international registration, grounds for refusal, and a copy of an earlier international registration in the notification.
• The notification must comply with MPEP 3737 CFR 1.1063, ensuring all grounds of refusal are clearly stated.

Practice notes

• Practitioners should ensure all grounds of refusal are clearly stated to avoid ambiguity and provide a copy of the earlier international registration.
• Avoiding ambiguity in the grounds of refusal is crucial to ensure compliance with MPEP 3737 CFR 1.1063.

Related Provisions

• PCT Article 12
• PCT Rule 18
• 37 CFR § 1.111
• 37 CFR § 1.134
• 35 U.S.C. § 112

Based on MPEP Last Modified: 10/30/2024 08:50:22