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Patent Law FAQ

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

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What information can be obtained about a pending application under MPEP 102?

Under MPEP 102, limited information about a pending application can be obtained, including:

  • Application number
  • Filing date
  • Whether the application has been published
  • Whether the application has been assigned
  • Power of attorney
  • Name of the examiner to whom the application is assigned
  • Status of the application (e.g., pending, abandoned, or issued)
  • Group art unit number
  • Filing receipt information
  • If available, projected publication date

However, access to the application file itself is restricted unless special circumstances apply or the application has been published.

Topics: MPEP 102-Information as to Status of an Application, Patent Law, Patent Procedure
Tags: MPEP 102, patent application status, patent office records, pending application information
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