This page consolidates MPEP guidance interpreting 37 CFR § 1.47, including 147 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 petitions under pre-AIA 37 CFR 1.47 or submissions to accept signatures in national stage applications on behalf of applicants, emphasizing compliance with specific procedural requirements.

What this section covers

• Defines the scope as petitions under pre-AIA 37 CFR 1.47 and submissions to accept signatures in national stage applications on behalf of applicants.
• Focuses on petitions and submissions related to signatures in national stage applications, ensuring compliance with specific procedural requirements.

Key obligations

• File a petition under pre-AIA 37 CFR 1.47 or submit a request to accept signatures in national stage applications on behalf of applicants.
• Ensure the petition or submission complies with specific procedural requirements, including adhering to the provisions of 37 CFR 1.47.

Practice notes

• Ensure all required information is included in the petition or submission to avoid delays.
• Submit petitions or submissions in a timely manner to avoid delays and ensure compliance with procedural requirements.

Related Provisions

• 37 CFR § 1.63
• 37 CFR § 1.53
• 35 U.S.C. § 111
• 37 CFR § 1.42
• 37 CFR § 3.73

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