What types of items can be submitted for supplemental examination?
According to MPEP 2809, a wide range of items can be submitted for supplemental examination, including: Patents Published patent applications Non-patent literature Office actions or other documents from a foreign or domestic application Affidavits or declarations Sales receipts Copies of websites Office actions or official documents from the USPTO The MPEP states: “An “item of…
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According to MPEP 2811, the list of items of information in a supplemental examination request must meet specific requirements: The list must include each item of information submitted with or as part of the request. Where appropriate, the list must meet the requirements of 37 CFR 1.98(b), including publication dates and identification details for U.S.…
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