How are applicants notified of unacceptable patent drawings?

When patent drawings are found to be unacceptable, the USPTO notifies applicants through the following process:

1. The examiner advises the applicant in the first Office action about why the drawings are unacceptable.
2. The examiner may use specific form paragraphs to explain the defects in the drawings.
3. Applicants are informed that new corrected drawings are required.

The MPEP 608.02(b) states: If the original drawings are unacceptable, applicant will be notified and informed of what the objections are and that new corrected drawings are required.

It’s important to address these issues promptly to avoid delays in the patent application process.

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