What are the requirements for a complying Information Disclosure Statement?

A complying Information Disclosure Statement (IDS) must meet the following requirements: Content requirements as specified in 37 CFR 1.98 Timing requirements based on when the IDS is filed, as specified in 37 CFR 1.97 The MPEP states: ‘The information contained in information disclosure statements which comply with both the content requirements of 37 CFR 1.98…

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How are non-English language documents in an Information Disclosure Statement handled?

Non-English language documents submitted in an Information Disclosure Statement (IDS) are handled as follows: They are considered in view of the concise explanation submitted They are understood to the extent possible based on drawings, chemical formulas, etc. Examiners are not required to have the documents translated Examiners indicate consideration in the same manner as English…

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