What forms are available for express abandonment to avoid publication?
The USPTO provides two forms for express abandonment to avoid publication: Form PTO/AIA/24A: For applications filed on or after September 16, 2012 Form PTO/SB/24A: For applications filed before September 16, 2012 Both forms are used for “Petition for Express Abandonment to Avoid Publication Under 37 CFR 1.138(c)“. These forms can be found on the USPTO…
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To abandon a patent application to avoid publication, you must: File a petition under 37 CFR 1.138(c) Submit a declaration of express abandonment Pay the fee set forth in 37 CFR 1.17(h) The MPEP states: “Applicants seeking to abandon an application to avoid publication of the application are urged to do so by filing a…
Read MoreWhat is express abandonment and how do I file for it?
Express abandonment is a procedure where an applicant voluntarily abandons their patent application, often to avoid publication. According to MPEP 1002.02(r), “Petitions for express abandonment to avoid publication of the application (should be directed to Mail Stop Express Abandonment), 37 CFR 1.138(c), MPEP § 711.01.” To file for express abandonment, you should: Prepare a petition…
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