How do I request prioritized examination for a request for continued examination (PE-RCE)?

To request prioritized examination for an RCE (PE-RCE), the following conditions must be met: The application must be a non-reissue utility or plant nonprovisional application The publication fee must be paid The PE-RCE request must be filed before the first Office action after filing the RCE Only one PE-RCE request may be granted per application…

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What is prioritized examination?

Prioritized examination is a program that allows an application to be accorded special status and examined out of turn. The goal is to provide a final disposition within 12 months of prioritized status being granted. There are two types: ‘Track One’ for newly filed applications ‘PE-RCE’ for requests for continued examination As stated in the…

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