What happens when a reexamination proceeding is terminated?
When a reexamination proceeding is terminated, the following steps are taken according to MPEP 2294: The reexamination file is forwarded to the Central Reexamination Unit (CRU) if not already there The file is given a 420 status A copy of the PALM “Application Number Information” screen and the “Contents” screen is printed and annotated with…
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When a reexamination proceeding is merged with a reissue proceeding, it can be concluded under 37 CFR 1.570(e). According to MPEP 2294, the process involves: Granting a reissue patent instead of issuing an individual reexamination certificate Processing the merged proceeding as set forth in MPEP § 1455 and MPEP § 1456 The MPEP states: “The…
Read MoreHow is a reexamination proceeding concluded when merged with an inter partes reexamination?
When an ex parte reexamination proceeding is merged with an inter partes reexamination, it can be concluded under 37 CFR 1.997(b). According to MPEP 2294, the process involves: Issuing a single reexamination certificate Processing the merged proceeding as set forth in MPEP § 2690 and MPEP § 2694 The MPEP states: “The proceeding may be…
Read MoreWhat are the four ways ex parte reexamination proceedings can be concluded?
According to MPEP 2294, ex parte reexamination proceedings can be concluded in four ways: Denial of reexamination, vacating the reexamination proceeding, or terminating the reexamination proceeding Issuance of a Reexamination Certificate under 37 CFR 1.570(b) Merging with a reissue proceeding and granting a reissue patent under 37 CFR 1.570(e) Merging with an inter partes reexamination…
Read MoreHow is a reexamination proceeding concluded with a Reexamination Certificate?
A reexamination proceeding can be concluded with the issuance of a Reexamination Certificate under 37 CFR 1.570(b). According to MPEP 2294, the process involves: Processing the reexamination as set forth in MPEP § 2287 Review by the CRU Supervisory Patent Reexamination Specialist (SPRS) or TC Quality Assurance Specialist (QAS) The MPEP states: “The proceeding may…
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