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
Tags: examiner determination, Patent Certificate, supplemental examination, USPTO