What happens if an item in an IDS fails to comply with regulations?
If an item in an Information Disclosure Statement (IDS) fails to comply with the requirements of 37 CFR 1.97 and 37 CFR 1.98, the following actions are taken: A line is drawn through the citation to show it has not been considered. Other compliant items in the IDS are still considered and initialed by the…
Read MoreIs the listing of references in the PCT international search report considered an IDS?
No, the listing of references in the PCT international search report is not considered an Information Disclosure Statement (IDS) complying with 37 CFR 1.98. As stated in MPEP 609.03: “The listing of references in the PCT international search report is not considered to be an information disclosure statement (IDS) complying with 37 CFR 1.98.” To…
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