How are applications filed under former 37 CFR 1.62 before December 1, 1997, processed?

Applications filed under former 37 CFR 1.62 before December 1, 1997, continue to be processed and examined under the procedures set forth in the former regulation. The MPEP clearly states:

“All continuation, divisional and CIP applications filed under former 37 CFR 1.62 prior to December 1, 1997, will continue to be processed and examined under the procedures set forth in former 37 CFR 1.62.”

This means that the File Wrapper Continuing Procedure remains applicable for these older applications, ensuring consistency in their examination process.

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