Can the USPTO grant an interim extension without a request from the applicant?
Yes, the USPTO can grant an interim extension without a request from the applicant. According to MPEP 2755.01: “The Director may issue interim extensions, without a request by the applicant, for periods of up to one year each until a final determination is made.“ However, the MPEP also advises: “The Director may issue an interim…
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Yes, an applicant can prevent republication of a patent application under certain circumstances. The MPEP 1130 states: “If an applicant does not wish to have an application republished, the applicant must submit a request to not republish the application. The applicant may submit this request at the time of filing the request for republication.” To…
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