How does the USPTO conclude a supplemental examination proceeding?
A supplemental examination proceeding concludes with the issuance of a specific document. According to MPEP 2815:
“A supplemental examination proceeding concludes with the issuance of a supplemental examination certificate, indicating the results of the examiner’s determination.”
This certificate serves as the official record of the examiner’s determination regarding whether a substantial new question of patentability has been raised by the information presented in the request.
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Topics:
MPEP 2800 - Supplemental Examination,
MPEP 2815 - Time For Deciding Request,
Patent Law,
Patent Procedure