How can the public access reexamination files?
The public can access reexamination files through Patent Center on the USPTO Internet site. As stated in the MPEP, Reexamination files are open to inspection by the general public by way of Patent Center via the USPTO Internet site. To access Patent Center, visit the USPTO website. It’s important to note that while most of…
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While most of the reexamination file content is publicly accessible through Patent Center, non-patent literature is not available. The MPEP clarifies this limitation: In viewing the images of the reexamination proceedings, members of the public will be able to view the entire content of the reexamination file with the exception of non-patent literature. To access…
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