Amendments in merged reissue-reexamination proceedings are handled differently from standard reexaminations. The MPEP 2270 directs examiners to specific sections for guidance: “For entry of amendments in a merged reissue-reexamination proceeding, see MPEP § 2283 and § 2285.” This means that examiners must refer to MPEP 2283 and MPEP 2285 for specific procedures on handling amendments…

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