What happens if a higher fee is paid for an ex parte reexamination request than required?
If a higher fee is paid for an ex parte reexamination request than required, the following process applies: The higher fee will be accepted by the USPTO The requester can file a request for a refund The refund request should include reasons why the requester believes the original request meets the requirements for a reduced…
Read MoreWhat happens if I overpaid fees due to incorrect micro entity status?
What happens if I overpaid fees due to incorrect micro entity status? If you paid fees as a non-micro entity when you were actually entitled to micro entity status, resulting in an overpayment, you may be eligible for a refund. The MPEP 509.04(f) states: “A refund based upon establishment of micro entity status may only…
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