Can drawing corrections be made after payment of the issue fee?
Drawing corrections after payment of the issue fee are generally not permitted. However, there are specific circumstances where they may be allowed: If the application is withdrawn from issue Under the Quick Path Information Disclosure Statement (QPIDS) program For certain minor drawing corrections MPEP 608.02(p) states: “Drawing corrections, which usually require approval by the examiner,…
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The Quick Path Information Disclosure Statement (QPIDS) Pilot Program is a USPTO initiative that allows, under specific circumstances, for the submission of an Information Disclosure Statement (IDS) after payment of the issue fee but prior to patent grant. According to the MPEP: “In May of 2012 the Office launched the Quick Path Information Disclosure Statement…
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