How does the reissue review process differ between Technology Centers and the Central Reexamination Unit?
The reissue review process differs slightly between Technology Centers (TCs) and the Central Reexamination Unit (CRU): In Technology Centers: Training Quality Assurance Specialists (TQASs) monitor and review reissue applications. In the Central Reexamination Unit: Supervisory Patent Reexamination Specialists (SPRS) handle the monitoring and review. MPEP 1456 states: “All reissue applications assigned to the Technology Centers…
Read MoreWhat is the purpose of reissue review in patent examination?
Reissue review serves two main purposes in patent examination: To ensure that practices and procedures unique to reissue applications are properly carried out. To conduct a patentability review in a sample of reissue applications. As stated in MPEP 1456: “The review by the Office of the TC TQASs is made to check that practice and…
Read MoreWhat is the role of the Office of Patent Legal Administration (OPLA) in the reissue review process?
The Office of Patent Legal Administration (OPLA) plays a crucial role in the reissue review process. According to MPEP 1456: “Where the reissue application has been reviewed by the Office of Patent Legal Administration (OPLA) as indicated in MPEP § 1441.01, the reissue application file must be returned to OPLA for a second review prior…
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