What is the role of the U.S. Attorney General in patent material fraud cases?
The U.S. Attorney General plays a crucial role in cases of potential material fraud discovered during supplemental examination or reexamination of patents. MPEP 2819 states: “The matter will be referred to the U.S. Attorney General in accordance with 35 U.S.C. 257(e).“ This referral occurs after an internal review process within the USPTO. The Attorney General’s…
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What is the role of the U.S. Attorney General in patent-related material fraud cases? The U.S. Attorney General plays a crucial role in addressing material fraud cases related to patents. According to MPEP 2819: “If the Office becomes aware of a material fraud on the Office… the matter will be referred to the U.S. Attorney…
Read MoreWhat happens if material fraud is discovered during supplemental examination?
What happens if material fraud is discovered during supplemental examination? If the Office becomes aware of a material fraud on the Office during supplemental examination or reexamination ordered under 35 U.S.C. 257, the following steps are taken: The supplemental examination or reexamination proceeding will continue. The matter will be referred to the U.S. Attorney General…
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