What determines the official filing date of a reexamination request?
The official filing date of a reexamination request is determined based on specific criteria: The request must be in compliance with 37 CFR 1.510. The filing date is automatically assigned by the PALM EXPO 2970 system. The date assigned is based on the receipt date of the compliant request. MPEP 2226 states: “The system will…
Read MoreWhat is the purpose of PALM EXPO 2970 in reexamination requests?
PALM EXPO 2970 plays a crucial role in the processing of reexamination requests at the USPTO: It is a database system used for entering bibliographic data of reexamination requests. The system generates the official filing date for compliant requests. It facilitates the creation of notices regarding the filing date. PALM EXPO 2970 helps in tracking…
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