How are amendments handled in Secrecy Order cases?

Amendments in Secrecy Order cases are handled differently from regular patent applications. The MPEP states: Any amendments received thereafter are not entered or responded to until such time as the Secrecy Order is rescinded. At such time, amendments which are free from objection will be entered; otherwise they are denied entry. This means that amendments are held in abeyance until the Secrecy Order is lifted, at which point they are reviewed for entry.

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