How are filing deadlines affected by USPTO closures?
When the USPTO is officially closed for an entire day due to adverse weather or other causes, it is considered a ‘Federal holiday within the District of Columbia’ under 35 U.S.C. 21. The MPEP states: Any action or fee due on such a day may be taken, or fee paid, on the next succeeding business…
Read MoreHow can I check if the USPTO is officially closed on a particular day?
To find out if the USPTO is officially closed on any particular day, you can: Call 1-800-PTO(786)-9199 Call (571) 272-1000 These phone numbers are provided in MPEP 510 for obtaining information about USPTO closures.
Read MoreHow are filing deadlines affected by USPTO closures?
When the entire USPTO is officially closed for business for an entire day due to adverse weather or other causes: The day is considered a “Federal holiday within the District of Columbia” under 35 U.S.C. 21 Any action or fee due on such a day may be taken or paid on the next succeeding business…
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