Why is it important to submit legible copies of assignment documents to the USPTO?
Submitting legible copies of assignment documents to the USPTO is crucial because the quality of the recorded document depends on the quality of the submitted copy. The USPTO does not improve or enhance the quality of submitted documents.
According to MPEP 302.01: If the copy submitted for recordation is illegible, the recorded document will be illegible.
This means that if you submit an illegible copy, the officially recorded document will also be illegible, potentially causing issues with proving ownership or assignment in the future. To avoid such problems, always ensure that you submit clear, high-quality copies of your assignment documents for recordation.
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Topics:
MPEP 300 - Ownership and Assignment,
Patent Law,
Patent Procedure