37 CFR § 1.95 — Copies of exhibits. (MPEP Coverage Index) – BlueIron IP
37 CFR § 1.95 Copies of exhibits.
This page consolidates MPEP guidance interpreting 37 CFR § 1.95, including 1 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
This section covers the Office's policy on handling and distribution of copies of models or other physical exhibits in patent applications, emphasizing that such copies will not be ordinarily furnished by the Office.
What this section covers
- The section covers the Office’s policy on handling and distribution of copies of models or other physical exhibits in patent applications.
Key obligations
- Copies of models or exhibits will not be ordinarily furnished by the Office.
- Models or exhibits in applications or patents should not be taken from the Office.
- This section is part of the Manual of Patent Examining Procedure, guiding patent examination procedures.
Practice notes
- Ensure that any required models or exhibits are properly included and referenced within the application rather than relying on copies from the Office.
- Avoid attempting to remove models or exhibits from the Office, as this is not permitted and could result in delays or other issues.
Official MPEP § 1.95 — Copies of exhibits.
Source: USPTOLast Modified: 10/30/2024 08:50:22
1.95 Copies of exhibits.
Copies of models or other physical exhibits will not ordinarily be furnished by the Office, and any model or exhibit in an application or patent shall not be taken from the Office except in the custody of an employee of the Office specially authorized by the Director.
[Revised, 68 FR 14332, Mar. 25, 2003, effective May 1, 2003]
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