What are the fee requirements if an applicant elects to reopen prosecution after a Board decision?
If an applicant elects to reopen prosecution after a Board decision, they would have to pay the appeal fees if a new appeal is subsequently filed. The MPEP states: “Moreover, if applicant elects to reopen prosecution under 37 CFR 41.50(a)(2)(ii) or 41.50(b)(1) after a decision by the Board, then applicant would have to pay the…
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