What regulations guide the examiner’s consideration of submissions in reexamination?
In reexamination proceedings, examiners are guided by specific regulations when considering various submissions. MPEP 2253 outlines these regulations: For proposed amendments: “With respect to consideration of any proposed amendments to the specification, including claims, made by the patent owner, the examiner will be guided by the provisions of 37 CFR 1.530(d)-(j).“ For the patent owner’s…
Read MoreWhat regulations govern ex parte reexamination ordered under 35 U.S.C. 257?
Ex parte reexamination ordered under 35 U.S.C. 257 is generally governed by the same regulations as standard ex parte reexamination, with some specific exceptions. According to MPEP 2818.01: “Ex parte reexamination under 35 U.S.C. 257 will be conducted in accordance with 37 CFR 1.530 through 1.570, which govern ex parte reexamination, subject to the exceptions…
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