How are citations in a reexamination proceeding made publicly available?
Citations in a reexamination proceeding are made publicly available through the following process: The citations are entered into the patent’s Image File Wrapper (IFW) They are classified in a separate area of the IFW This separate area is labeled “Citations by Third Parties under 37 CFR 1.501” As stated in MPEP 2206: “The citations are…
Read MoreWhat happens to citations submitted after a reexamination request is filed?
When citations are submitted after a reexamination request has been filed, they are handled as follows: The citations are placed in the reexamination file They are considered by the examiner during the reexamination proceeding The citations are not given a control number They are not listed as a separate citation entry in the patent’s Image…
Read MoreHow are citations listed in an International Search Report?
Citations in an International Search Report (ISR) are listed according to specific guidelines. As stated in MPEP 1844: “The citation of documents should be in accordance with the Instructions to the International Search Report.” The citations are typically categorized as follows: Category X: Documents of particular relevance alone Category Y: Documents of particular relevance in…
Read MoreWhat are the guidelines for citing internet sources in patent applications?
When citing internet sources in patent applications, examiners should follow these guidelines: Include the URL of the cited webpage Provide the date the site was accessed Include the entire contents of the website in the application file The MPEP states: “When an Internet source is cited by the examiner, the entire contents of the website…
Read MoreHow should unpublished decisions be cited in patent examination?
When citing unpublished decisions that are available to the public, it’s crucial to provide complete identifying information. The MPEP provides specific guidance: “In citing a decision which is available to the public but which has not been published, the tribunal rendering the decision and complete data identifying the paper should be given.” For example, an…
Read MoreHow should court decisions be cited in patent examination?
When citing court decisions in patent examination, it’s preferable to provide the U.S. or Federal Reporter citation when convenient. Alternatively, the USPQ (United States Patent Quarterly) citation can be given. The MPEP states: “In citing court decisions, when it is convenient to do so, the U.S. or Federal Reporter citation should be provided; in the…
Read MoreHow should Director’s orders, notices, or memoranda be cited in official actions?
When citing a Director’s order, notice, or memorandum that has not yet been incorporated into the MPEP, specific information should be provided. The MPEP states: “When a Director’s order, notice or memorandum not yet incorporated into this manual is cited in any official action, the title and date of the order, notice or memorandum should…
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