What are the specific facsimile numbers for different USPTO offices?
The USPTO has designated specific facsimile numbers for various offices to handle different types of correspondence. According to MPEP 502.01, some key facsimile numbers include: Central Facsimile Number (for most patent-related correspondence): (571) 273-8300 International Patent Legal Administration (for responses to Decisions on Petition): (571) 273-0459 Office of Data Management (for issue fee payments and…
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The USPTO has specific rules for dating facsimile transmissions. According to 37 CFR 1.6(a)(3): Correspondence transmitted by facsimile to the Patent and Trademark Office will be stamped with the date on which the complete transmission is received in the Patent and Trademark Office unless that date is a Saturday, Sunday, or Federal holiday within the…
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