How are corrections to incomplete ex parte reexamination requests processed?
Corrections to incomplete ex parte reexamination requests filed under 35 U.S.C. 302 are processed by the Central Reexamination Unit (CRU). The MPEP states:
“All processing of submissions to cure an incomplete request for ex parte reexamination filed under 35 U.S.C. 302 (see MPEP § 2227) is carried out by the Central Reexamination Unit (CRU).”
This means that the CRU handles all aspects of processing these corrections, ensuring a centralized and efficient approach to managing incomplete reexamination requests.
To learn more:
Topics:
MPEP 2200 - Citation Of Prior Art And Ex Parte Reexamination Of Patents,
MPEP 2231 - Processing Of Request Corrections,
Patent Law,
Patent Procedure