This page consolidates MPEP guidance interpreting 37 CFR § 1.151, including 3 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 specific rules that must be followed when filing a design application under accelerated examination, including compliance with 37 CFR sections and ensuring all required forms are included.

What this section covers

• This section covers the specific rules that must be followed when filing a design application under accelerated examination.

Key obligations

• Practitioners must ensure the design application complies with all requirements set forth in 37 CFR 1.151, 1.152, 1.153, and 1.154 to qualify for accelerated examination.
• The application must include a design claim form as required by 37 CFR 1.151.

Practice notes

• Design applications must be carefully prepared to ensure all required forms and information are included, as failure to do so can result in the application not qualifying for accelerated examination.
• Practitioners should be aware of the specific requirements for design claims and ensure they are accurately described in the application to avoid delays or rejections.

Related Provisions

• 35 U.S.C. § 171

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