What is the fee for a Certificate of Correction?

The fee for a Certificate of Correction depends on the type of correction being made. According to MPEP 1481: For corrections of applicant’s mistake (other than inventorship): The fee is set forth in 37 CFR 1.20(a). For correction of inventorship in a patent: The fee is set forth in 37 CFR 1.20(b). It’s important to…

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Can an assignee file a reissue application to correct inventorship without the original inventor’s consent?

Yes, an assignee of the entire interest can file a reissue application to correct inventorship without the original inventor’s consent. The MPEP states: “An assignee of the entire interest can consent to and sign the reissue oath/declaration that adds or deletes the name of an inventor by reissue (e.g., correct inventorship from inventor A to…

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What are the requirements for correcting inventorship in a nonprovisional application?

Correcting inventorship in a nonprovisional application requires: A request to correct inventorship under 37 CFR 1.48(a) An application data sheet (ADS) identifying the inventorship change A fee as set forth in 37 CFR 1.17(i) A statement from each person being added or deleted as an inventor that the error occurred without deceptive intent As stated…

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What are the requirements for correcting inventorship in a nonprovisional patent application filed on or after September 16, 2012?

To correct inventorship in a nonprovisional patent application filed on or after September 16, 2012, the following requirements must be met: Submit a request to correct or change the inventorship Include a signed application data sheet (ADS) that: Identifies each inventor by their legal name Provides the residence and mailing address of each inventor Shows…

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How can inventorship be corrected in a patent application?

Inventorship in a patent application can be corrected through the following methods: Filing a request under 37 CFR 1.48 to correct or change inventorship. For applications filed on or after September 16, 2012, this request should include: An application data sheet (ADS) identifying each inventor by their legal name The processing fee set forth in…

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