How do amendments affect fees in reissue applications?

Amendments in reissue applications can affect fees, particularly excess claims fees. Key points to consider: Excess claims fees, if any, must be paid before the examiner considers the amendment. Fees are calculated based on the claims that would be present if the amendment were entered. If an amendment only revises existing claims without adding new…

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What are the requirements for prioritized examination?

Prioritized examination, as outlined in 37 CFR 1.102(e) and MPEP 708.01, has specific requirements: Payment of prioritized examination fee, processing fee, and publication fee (if not already paid) Application must not contain or be amended to contain more than 4 independent claims, 30 total claims, or any multiple dependent claims For utility applications, must be…

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What fees are required for prioritized examination?

The fees required for prioritized examination include: The prioritized examination fee set forth in 37 CFR 1.17(c) The processing fee set forth in 37 CFR 1.17(i) The publication fee set forth in 37 CFR 1.18(d) The basic filing fee, search fee, and examination fee Any excess claims fees or application size fee, if applicable The…

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What is the fee structure for prioritized examination?

The fee structure for prioritized examination includes: Prioritized examination fee (37 CFR 1.17(c)) Processing fee (37 CFR 1.17(i)(1)) Publication fee (37 CFR 1.18(d)) Regular filing, search, and examination fees Any excess claims fees or application size fees, if applicable The MPEP notes: Upon filing the request for prioritized examination, the following fees must be paid…

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Are there additional fee requirements for amendments under 37 CFR 1.312 with copied patent claims?

Yes, there may be additional fee requirements for amendments under 37 CFR 1.312 that include copied patent claims. MPEP 714.16(a) directs readers to other relevant sections: “See MPEP § 607 and § 714.16(c) for additional fee requirements.” This means that applicants should consult MPEP § 607 on filing fees and MPEP § 714.16(c) on amendments…

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