What are the principles of compact prosecution in relation to enablement rejections?
The principles of compact prosecution are important in the context of enablement rejections. According to MPEP 2164.04: “In accordance with the principles of compact prosecution, if an enablement rejection is appropriate, the first Office action on the merits should present the best case with all the relevant reasons, issues, and evidence so that all such…
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Compact prosecution is a principle in patent examination that aims to ensure a prompt yet complete examination of patent applications. According to the MPEP, Under the principles of compact prosecution, each claim should be reviewed for compliance with every statutory requirement for patentability in the initial review of the application, even if one or more…
Read MoreHow does the principle of compact prosecution apply to patent examination?
The principle of compact prosecution is a key aspect of patent examination at the USPTO. According to MPEP 706.03: “Under the principles of compact prosecution, each claim should be reviewed for compliance with every statutory requirement for patentability in the initial review of the application, even if one or more claims are found to be…
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