What happens if an expungement petition is granted?
If an expungement petition is granted, the USPTO will take action to remove the erroneous assignment record. As stated in MPEP 323.01(d): ‘The assignment records related to a request for expungement will be expunged, deleted or corrected in accordance with the decision on the petition.’ This means that the incorrect or unnecessary information will be…
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To support a petition to expunge an improperly recorded assignment, you should provide evidence that clearly demonstrates the assignment is incorrect. This may include: Affidavits or declarations from relevant parties Documentation showing true ownership Evidence of fraud or mistake in the recording MPEP 323.01(c) states: ‘The petition should be accompanied by clear and convincing evidence…
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