What fees are associated with supplemental examination?

The USPTO charges fees for supplemental examination, as authorized by statute. The MPEP states: “35 U.S.C. 257(d)(1) provides the Director with authority to establish fees for filing a request for supplemental examination and for considering each item of information submitted with the request.” Additionally, if an ex parte reexamination is ordered as a result of…

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Are there any circumstances where the ex parte reexamination fee can be refunded?

Are there any circumstances where the ex parte reexamination fee can be refunded? The USPTO has specific rules regarding refunds of ex parte reexamination fees. According to MPEP 2215: “If the Director decides not to institute reexamination under 35 U.S.C. 303(c), the reexamination filing fee will be refunded in accordance with 37 CFR 1.26(c).” However,…

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