Can the public access the same patent classification information as patent examiners?
Yes, the public can access much of the same patent classification information as patent examiners. According to MPEP 902.03(b): “Examiners and the public are provided with access to identical information for the Index, schedules, and definitions.” While some tools, like the Patent Classification Retrieval System (PCRS), are specifically for internal use, the public can access…
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