How are amendments made in reissue applications?

Amendments in reissue applications must be made in accordance with 37 CFR 1.173. The key points are: All changes must be made relative to the original patent Matter to be omitted must be enclosed in brackets Matter to be added must be underlined For specification changes, submit the entire paragraph with markings For claim changes,…

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How should amendments be made in a reissue application if the patent was previously reexamined?

When amending a reissue application for a patent that was previously reexamined: Present the amendment as if changes from the reexamination certificate are part of the original patent Do not use italics for text that was italicized in the reexamination certificate Omit any text that was in brackets in the reexamination certificate Line through claims…

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What are the special considerations for amending a reissue application with prior changes?

When amending a reissue application where the patent has undergone prior changes: For a previously reissued patent: Use double underlining and double bracketing to show changes relative to the first reissue For a patent with a certificate of correction: Present the amendment as if changes from the certificate are part of the original patent For…

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How should drawings be amended in a reissue application?

Amending drawings in a reissue application requires specific procedures: Submit replacement sheets for any changed drawings Include all figures from the original sheet, even if only one is amended Label amended figures as “Amended” and new figures as “New” Explain all changes in detail on a separate sheet Canceled figures must be surrounded by brackets…

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