Can 37 CFR 1.130 declarations be used for non-public disclosures?
37 CFR 1.130 declarations are primarily designed to address public disclosures that could be considered prior art under AIA 35 U.S.C. 102(a). However, they can also be used in certain situations involving non-public disclosures: 1.130(a) declarations can address subject matter obtained directly or indirectly from the inventor, which may include non-public disclosures. 1.130(b) declarations are…
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