What is the role of Supervisory Patent Examiners in handling amendments under 37 CFR 1.312?

Supervisory Patent Examiners are responsible for deciding on the entry of amendments under 37 CFR 1.312 that involve more than just correcting formal matters without changing the scope of any claim. As stated in the MPEP: “Entry of amendments under 37 CFR 1.312 which embody more than merely the correction of formal matters without changing…

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What types of amendments are typically entered after allowance without withdrawal?

What types of amendments are typically entered after allowance without withdrawal? Certain types of amendments can be entered after allowance without withdrawing the application from issue. The MPEP 1303.01 provides examples: Amendments under 37 CFR 1.312 which do not affect the scope of the claims Amendments to the specification which do not affect the scope…

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Are additional fees required for partial entry of amendments under 37 CFR 1.312?

When considering partial entry of amendments under 37 CFR 1.312, the MPEP advises caution regarding fees. Specifically, it states: “Entry in part is not recommended unless the full additional fee required, if any, accompanies the amendment.” This means that if there are any additional fees associated with the amendment, the full amount should be paid…

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