Can an applicant file amended drawings during the national stage?
Yes, an applicant can file amended drawings during the national stage. MPEP 1893.03(f) provides: “An applicant may file amended drawings in accordance with 37 CFR 1.84 and 1.121(d) during the national stage.” This allows applicants to make changes to their drawings while complying with USPTO rules for drawing standards and amendment procedures. To learn more:…
Read MoreWhat are the requirements for submitting drawings in a reissue application?
When submitting drawings for a reissue application, the following requirements must be met: A clean copy of each drawing sheet from the printed patent must be submitted at the time of filing the reissue application. If the clean copies comply with 37 CFR 1.84, no further formal drawings will be required. New drawing sheets should…
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