What are the restrictions on submitting copending reexamination proceedings and applications?

The USPTO has specific restrictions regarding the submission of copending reexamination proceedings and applications during inter partes reexamination. MPEP 2686 states: “It is not required nor is it permitted that parties submit copies of copending reexamination proceedings and applications (which copies can be mistaken for a new request/filing); rather, submitters may provide a notice identifying…

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