When does the Central Reexamination Unit (CRU) retain jurisdiction in inter partes reexamination?
The Central Reexamination Unit (CRU) retains jurisdiction over the inter partes reexamination proceeding until specific conditions are met. According to MPEP 2679: “jurisdiction over the inter partes reexamination proceeding (i.e., to consider briefs, conduct an appeal conference, draft an examiner’s answer, and decide the entry of amendments, evidence, and information disclosure statements filed after the…
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