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…
Read MoreWhat is the procedure when claims stand allowed after a Board decision?
When claims stand allowed after a Board decision, the following procedure applies: The appellant is not required to file a reply. The examiner issues the application or ex parte reexamination certificate on the claims which stand allowed. The examiner may cancel rejected claims by examiner’s amendment. The MPEP states: The appellant is not required to…
Read MoreHow are interviews handled in reexamination proceedings according to MPEP 713.05?
Interviews in reexamination proceedings are subject to specific rules as outlined in MPEP 713.05. The manual states: “Interviews are permitted in ex parte reexamination proceedings. In inter partes reexamination proceedings, interviews are prohibited before issuance of an Action Closing Prosecution (ACP). After an ACP has been issued, in-person interviews between examiner and the owners of…
Read More