Patent Law FAQ

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

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MPEP 1900 – Protest (1)

When submitting prior art with a patent protest, follow these guidelines:

  • Include a copy of each prior art document relied upon.
  • Provide an English language translation of any non-English language prior art.
  • Highlight the relevant parts of the prior art documents.

According to MPEP 1901.03: “Copies of any prior art or other documents relied upon should be provided.” Additionally, the MPEP states: “A translation of the pertinent portions of any non-English language prior art should also be provided.” By following these guidelines, you ensure that the examiner can easily understand and consider the relevance of the submitted prior art to the patent application under protest.

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MPEP 1901.03 – How Protest Is Submitted (1)

When submitting prior art with a patent protest, follow these guidelines:

  • Include a copy of each prior art document relied upon.
  • Provide an English language translation of any non-English language prior art.
  • Highlight the relevant parts of the prior art documents.

According to MPEP 1901.03: “Copies of any prior art or other documents relied upon should be provided.” Additionally, the MPEP states: “A translation of the pertinent portions of any non-English language prior art should also be provided.” By following these guidelines, you ensure that the examiner can easily understand and consider the relevance of the submitted prior art to the patent application under protest.

To learn more:

Patent Law (1)

When submitting prior art with a patent protest, follow these guidelines:

  • Include a copy of each prior art document relied upon.
  • Provide an English language translation of any non-English language prior art.
  • Highlight the relevant parts of the prior art documents.

According to MPEP 1901.03: “Copies of any prior art or other documents relied upon should be provided.” Additionally, the MPEP states: “A translation of the pertinent portions of any non-English language prior art should also be provided.” By following these guidelines, you ensure that the examiner can easily understand and consider the relevance of the submitted prior art to the patent application under protest.

To learn more:

Patent Procedure (1)

When submitting prior art with a patent protest, follow these guidelines:

  • Include a copy of each prior art document relied upon.
  • Provide an English language translation of any non-English language prior art.
  • Highlight the relevant parts of the prior art documents.

According to MPEP 1901.03: “Copies of any prior art or other documents relied upon should be provided.” Additionally, the MPEP states: “A translation of the pertinent portions of any non-English language prior art should also be provided.” By following these guidelines, you ensure that the examiner can easily understand and consider the relevance of the submitted prior art to the patent application under protest.

To learn more: