Are additional fees required for partial entry of amendments under 37 CFR 1.312?

When considering partial entry of amendments under 37 CFR 1.312, the MPEP advises caution regarding fees. Specifically, it states: “Entry in part is not recommended unless the full additional fee required, if any, accompanies the amendment.” This means that if there are any additional fees associated with the amendment, the full amount should be paid…

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What are the requirements for a compliant Prioritized Examination request?

A compliant Prioritized Examination request must meet the following requirements: The application must be a utility or plant nonprovisional application. The request must be filed with the application or with a Request for Continued Examination (RCE). The application must contain no more than 4 independent claims and 30 total claims. The request must include the…

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Are there additional fee requirements for amendments under 37 CFR 1.312 with copied patent claims?

Yes, there may be additional fee requirements for amendments under 37 CFR 1.312 that include copied patent claims. MPEP 714.16(a) directs readers to other relevant sections: “See MPEP § 607 and § 714.16(c) for additional fee requirements.” This means that applicants should consult MPEP § 607 on filing fees and MPEP § 714.16(c) on amendments…

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What form is used to certify micro entity status based on an institution of higher education?

The U.S. Patent and Trademark Office provides a specific form for certifying micro entity status based on an institution of higher education. This form is PTO/SB/15B. MPEP 509.04(b) states: “The Office’s form PTO/SB/15B contains the certifications under 37 CFR 1.29(d) that are required to establish micro entity status on the institution of higher education basis.”…

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