What happens to documents submitted for recording at the USPTO Assignment Division?
Documents and cover sheets submitted for recording at the USPTO Assignment Division are examined for formal requirements. The process is as follows: Documents that meet the requirements are recorded. Documents that do not meet the requirements are returned to the sender with an explanation. If the sender disagrees with the rejection, they can petition the…
Read MoreWhat happens if corrected documents are not resubmitted within the specified period?
If corrected documents are not resubmitted within the specified period, the original filing date will not be preserved. The MPEP clearly states: “If the returned papers are not corrected and resubmitted within the specified period, the date of filing of the corrected papers will be considered to be the date of recording of the document.”…
Read MoreCan the original filing date be preserved for corrected documents?
Yes, the original filing date can be preserved for corrected documents under certain conditions. The MPEP states: “The returned papers, stamped with the original date of receipt by the Office, will be accompanied by a letter which will indicate that if the returned papers are corrected and resubmitted to the Office within the time specified…
Read MoreHow are documents with other deficiencies handled by the USPTO?
Documents that don’t meet other recording requirements, such as missing a completed cover sheet or required fee, are handled differently by the USPTO. According to the MPEP, “Documents not meeting the other requirements for recording, for example, a document submitted without a completed cover sheet or without the required fee, will be returned for correction…
Read MoreWhat is the recording date for a document at the USPTO?
The recording date for a document at the USPTO is the date when the document meeting all recording requirements is filed with the Office. As stated in 37 CFR 3.51, “The date of recording of a document is the date the document meeting the requirements for recording set forth in this part is filed in…
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