37 CFR § 11.49 — Burden of proof. (MPEP Coverage Index) – BlueIron IP
37 CFR § 11.49 Burden of proof.
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Official MPEP § 11.49 — Burden of proof.
Source: USPTOLast Modified: 10/30/2024 08:50:22
11.49 Burden of proof.
In a disciplinary proceeding, the OED Director shall have the burden of proving the violation by clear and convincing evidence and a respondent shall have the burden of proving any affirmative defense by clear and convincing evidence.
[Added, 73 FR 47650, Aug. 14, 2008, effective Sept. 15, 2008]