Can the Director of the CRU decide on petitions for extension of time related to court actions?

No, the Director of the Central Reexamination Unit (CRU) does not have the authority to decide on petitions for extension of time related to court actions in reexamination proceedings. According to MPEP 1002.02(c)(4): “Petitions for extension of time in reexamination proceedings (except those related to litigation).” This indicates that while the CRU Director can decide…

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What types of petitions are decided in the Central Reexamination Unit?

The Central Reexamination Unit (CRU) decides several types of petitions related to ex parte and inter partes reexamination proceedings. These include: Petitions under 37 CFR 1.181(a)(1) from actions or requirements of examiners Petitions under 37 CFR 1.550(c) for time extensions in ex parte reexaminations Petitions under 37 CFR 1.956 for time extensions in inter partes…

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Who has the authority to decide petitions in the Central Reexamination Unit?

The authority to decide petitions in the Central Reexamination Unit (CRU) is primarily delegated to the Director of the CRU. However, some decisions are further delegated to the CRU Supervisory Patent Reexamination Specialists (SPRS). According to the MPEP: “Where specifically indicated, the authority is further delegated to the CRU Supervisory Patent Reexamination Specialists (SPRS) as…

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