37 CFR § 11.38 — Contested case. (MPEP Coverage Index) – BlueIron IP
37 CFR § 11.38 Contested case.
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Official MPEP § 11.38 — Contested case.
Source: USPTOLast Modified: 10/30/2024 08:50:22
11.38 Contested case.
Upon the filing of an answer by the respondent, a disciplinary proceeding shall be regarded as a contested case within the meaning of 35 U.S.C. 24 . Evidence obtained by a subpoena issued under 35 U.S.C. 24 shall not be admitted into the record or considered unless leave to proceed under 35 U.S.C. 24 was previously authorized by the hearing officer.
[Added, 73 FR 47650, Aug. 14, 2008, effective Sept. 15, 2008]