What is the process when a patent owner fails to respond to an Action Closing Prosecution (ACP) in inter partes reexamination?

When a patent owner fails to respond to an Action Closing Prosecution (ACP) in inter partes reexamination, the consequences are different from those of failing to respond to other Office actions. According to MPEP 2666.10: “A response to an ACP is not required. Where the patent owner does not respond to an ACP, the Office…

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What are the consequences if a patent owner fails to file a timely appeal after a Right of Appeal Notice in inter partes reexamination?

The consequences of a patent owner’s failure to file a timely appeal after a Right of Appeal Notice in inter partes reexamination depend on the patentability findings and the actions of the third party requester. According to MPEP 2666.10, the following outcomes may occur: If no claim was found patentable, a Notice of Intent to…

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