What is the purpose of citing written claim scope statements in patent files?
The primary purpose of citing written claim scope statements in patent files is to maintain consistency in the patent owner’s positions regarding claim scope across different proceedings. As stated in MPEP 2202: “The basic purpose for citing written claim scope statements is to ensure that the patent owner takes consistent positions regarding the scope of…
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Patent owner claim scope statements and accompanying information submitted under 37 CFR 1.501(a)(2) are not considered by the examiner when determining whether to order ex parte reexamination under 35 U.S.C. 304. The MPEP explains: “A patent owner claim scope statement and any accompanying information submitted pursuant to 37 CFR 1.501(a)(2) will not be considered by…
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