What are the potential consequences of violating USPTO signature and certification requirements?

Violations of USPTO signature and certification requirements can result in serious consequences as outlined in 37 CFR 11.18(c) and (d): Striking the offending paper Referral to the Office of Enrollment and Discipline Preclusion from submitting papers or contesting issues Affecting the weight given to the offending paper Termination of proceedings Disciplinary action against practitioners The…

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What are the consequences of violating USPTO certification requirements?

Violating the certification requirements when submitting papers to the USPTO can have serious consequences. According to 37 CFR 11.18(c), violations may result in: Striking the offending paper Referring a practitioner’s conduct to the Office of Enrollment and Discipline Precluding a party or practitioner from submitting papers or contesting issues Affecting the weight given to the…

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