Patent Law FAQ
This FAQ answers all your questions about patent law, patent procedure, and the patent examination process.
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MPEP 103-Right of Public To Inspect Patent Files and Some Application Files (1)
According to 37 CFR 1.11(a), the following patent application files are open to public inspection:
- Published applications
- Patents
- Statutory invention registrations
The public can obtain copies of these files upon payment of the fee set forth in 37 CFR 1.19(b)(2). However, if an application was published in redacted form, the complete file may not be available if certain requirements are met and the application is still pending.
Patent Law (1)
According to 37 CFR 1.11(a), the following patent application files are open to public inspection:
- Published applications
- Patents
- Statutory invention registrations
The public can obtain copies of these files upon payment of the fee set forth in 37 CFR 1.19(b)(2). However, if an application was published in redacted form, the complete file may not be available if certain requirements are met and the application is still pending.
Patent Procedure (1)
According to 37 CFR 1.11(a), the following patent application files are open to public inspection:
- Published applications
- Patents
- Statutory invention registrations
The public can obtain copies of these files upon payment of the fee set forth in 37 CFR 1.19(b)(2). However, if an application was published in redacted form, the complete file may not be available if certain requirements are met and the application is still pending.