Can an examiner make a communication final when dealing with a non-responsive amendment?

Can an examiner make a communication final when dealing with a non-responsive amendment? Yes, an examiner can make a communication final when dealing with a non-responsive amendment, if appropriate. The MPEP 714.05 states: “If appropriate, the examiner may make the next Office action final.” This means that if the circumstances warrant it, the examiner has…

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What happens if an applicant fails to respond to a non-responsive amendment notice?

What happens if an applicant fails to respond to a non-responsive amendment notice? If an applicant fails to respond to a notice of non-responsive amendment within the given two-month period, the consequences can be severe. According to MPEP 714.03: “Failure to take any action within the TWO-MONTH period will result in abandonment of the application.”…

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