How can I expunge information unintentionally submitted in a patent application?
To expunge information unintentionally submitted in a patent application, you can file a petition under 37 CFR 1.59(b). According to MPEP 724.05, the petition must meet the following criteria: The Office can return the information before patent issuance The submission was unintentional, and failure to return it would cause irreparable harm The information has not…
Read MoreIs it possible to expunge part of the original disclosure in a patent application?
Expunging part of the original disclosure in a patent application is extremely difficult and rarely granted. According to MPEP 724.05: A petition to expunge a part of the original disclosure must be filed under 37 CFR 1.183, since such a request requires a waiver of the requirements of 37 CFR 1.59(a). Petitions under 37 CFR…
Read MoreCan I expunge information submitted in the incorrect patent application?
Yes, you can petition to expunge information submitted in the incorrect patent application. MPEP 724.05 addresses this situation under 37 CFR 1.59(b): 37 CFR 1.59(b) also covers the situation where an unintended heading has been placed on papers so that they are present in an incorrect application file. In such a situation, a petition should…
Read MoreWhat is the process for expunging information submitted after a Notice of Allowance?
What is the process for expunging information submitted after a Notice of Allowance? The process for expunging information submitted after a Notice of Allowance is subject to specific conditions. According to MPEP 724.05: ‘Information submitted after allowance may be expunged if the requirements of 37 CFR 1.59 are met and the information is clearly unintentionally…
Read MoreWhat are the requirements for filing a petition to expunge information submitted under MPEP § 724.02?
To file a petition to expunge information submitted under MPEP § 724.02, you must meet several requirements as outlined in MPEP 724.05: File the petition fee under 37 CFR 1.17(g) Submit the petition at the time of filing the information or shortly thereafter Direct the petition to the Technology Center (TC) to which the application…
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