Patent Law FAQ

This FAQ answers all your questions about patent law, patent procedure, and the patent examination process.

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MPEP 200 – Types and Status of Application; Benefit and Priority (1)

The change from 37 CFR 1.60 to 37 CFR 1.53(b) represents a significant shift in the procedure for filing continuation and divisional applications. After December 1, 1997, all such applications are processed under 37 CFR 1.53(b), which may have different requirements and procedures. Patent applicants need to be aware of this change to ensure they are following the correct, current procedures when filing continuation or divisional applications.

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Patent Law (1)

The change from 37 CFR 1.60 to 37 CFR 1.53(b) represents a significant shift in the procedure for filing continuation and divisional applications. After December 1, 1997, all such applications are processed under 37 CFR 1.53(b), which may have different requirements and procedures. Patent applicants need to be aware of this change to ensure they are following the correct, current procedures when filing continuation or divisional applications.

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Patent Procedure (1)

The change from 37 CFR 1.60 to 37 CFR 1.53(b) represents a significant shift in the procedure for filing continuation and divisional applications. After December 1, 1997, all such applications are processed under 37 CFR 1.53(b), which may have different requirements and procedures. Patent applicants need to be aware of this change to ensure they are following the correct, current procedures when filing continuation or divisional applications.

To learn more:

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