What is the filing date of a request for supplemental examination?
The filing date of a request for supplemental examination is crucial for determining priority and processing. According to MPEP 2812: “The filing date of a request for supplemental examination is the date on which the request contains all of the items required by 37 CFR 1.610(a) and (b).” This means that for a request to…
Read MoreWhat are the content requirements for a request for supplemental examination?
According to MPEP 2811, the content requirements for a request for supplemental examination are set forth in 37 CFR 1.610(b). The key elements include: Identification of the patent number A list of items of information to be considered, reconsidered, or corrected A list of any other prior or concurrent post-patent Office proceedings Identification of each…
Read MoreWhat happens if a request for supplemental examination fails to comply with 37 CFR 1.610?
If a request for supplemental examination fails to comply with 37 CFR 1.610, the following process occurs: The Office will notify the patent owner of any defects in the request. The patent owner is given a non-extendable period of 30 days to correct the defects. If the defects are not corrected within the 30-day period,…
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