When can an examiner make changes to a patent application without an examiner’s amendment?

There are specific circumstances where an examiner can make changes to a patent application without using an examiner’s amendment. According to MPEP 1302.04, these exceptions include: Renumbering claims in accordance with 37 CFR 1.126 Correcting erroneous citations on an Information Disclosure Statement Correcting non-compliant amendments filed under 37 CFR 1.312 Canceling claims directed to a…

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