37 CFR § 42.20 — Generally. (MPEP Coverage Index) – BlueIron IP
37 CFR § 42.20 Generally.
Source: Patent Rule (37 CFR)BlueIron Update:
This page consolidates MPEP guidance interpreting 37 CFR § 42.20, including 0 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.
Official MPEP § 42.20 — Generally.
Source: USPTOLast Modified: 10/30/2024 08:50:22
42.20 Generally.
- (a) Relief. Relief, other than a petition requesting the institution of a trial, must be requested in the form of a motion.
- (b) Prior authorization. A motion will not be entered without Board authorization. Authorization may be provided in an order of general applicability or during the proceeding.
- (c) Burden of proof. The moving party has the burden of proof to establish that it is entitled to the requested relief.
- (d) Briefing. The Board may order briefing on any issue involved in the trial.
[Added, 77 FR 48612, Aug. 14, 2012, effective Sept. 16, 2012]