Patent Law FAQ
This FAQ answers all your questions about patent law, patent procedure, and the patent examination process.
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Yes, applicants may petition for rescission or modification of a Secrecy Order:n
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- Applicants can informally contact the sponsoring defense agency to discuss rendering the order ineffectual, or formally petition the Commissioner for Patents to rescind the order. n
- Rescission may also be possible by expunging sensitive subject matter from the application, if it’s not needed for an enabling disclosure under 35 U.S.C. 112. n
- Applicants can also petition for a permit to disclose the invention to another or to modify the order, fully stating the reason or purpose. (MPEP 120 Section V) n
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MPEP 120-Secrecy Orders,
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