Are there any exceptions to the USPTO’s English translation requirement for assignments?
Based on the information provided in MPEP 302.02, there are no exceptions to the USPTO’s English translation requirement for assignments. The MPEP states unequivocally:
The Office will accept and record non-English language documents only if accompanied by an English translation signed by the individual making the translation.
This requirement applies to all non-English assignment documents without exception. The USPTO’s strict adherence to this policy ensures uniformity in the recording process and accessibility of patent ownership information.
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Topics:
MPEP 300 - Ownership and Assignment,
Patent Law,
Patent Procedure