What are the time limits for requesting a corrected patent application publication?
The time limit for requesting a corrected patent application publication due to a material mistake made by the USPTO is strictly defined: “Any request for a corrected or revised patent application publication other than as provided in paragraph (a) of this section must be filed within two months from the date of the patent application…
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To request a correction for a material mistake in a published patent application: File a request for corrected publication under 37 CFR 1.221(b) within two months from the publication date Identify the Office’s material mistake in the publication Include a listing of alleged material errors, marked-up copies of relevant pages, and indicate where the correct…
Read MoreHow can applicants correct errors in a published patent application?
Correcting errors in a published patent application depends on the nature of the error and when it’s discovered. According to MPEP 1121: Before publication: Applicants can review bibliographic information and scanned application papers via Patent Center or Private PAIR Errors should be brought to the Office’s attention before technical preparations for publication begin (generally four…
Read MoreWhat are the consequences of submitting a request for corrected publication for non-material mistakes?
Submitting a request for corrected publication under 37 CFR 1.221(b) for non-material mistakes can have unintended consequences. The MPEP warns: “A request for corrected publication under 37 CFR 1.221(b) may result in a patent term adjustment reduction where the Office made only non-material errors (especially those listed above).” This means that if you request a…
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