Generally, protestors are not entitled to receive information about the application they’re protesting, unless it’s a reissue application or has been published. The MPEP 1901.05 states: “Original applications are, of course, required by 35 U.S.C. 122 to be kept in confidence unless published pursuant to 35 U.S.C. 122(b) or are available to the public pursuant…

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