How should a petition under 37 CFR 1.377 be addressed and submitted?
The MPEP provides specific instructions for addressing and submitting a petition under 37 CFR 1.377:
“Any petition under 37 CFR 1.377 should be marked on the front page of the communication to the attention of the Office of Petitions and addressed as follows:
Mail Stop Petition
Commissioner for Patents
P.O. Box 1450
Alexandria, Virginia 22313-1450″
It’s crucial to follow these instructions carefully to ensure that your petition is properly routed within the USPTO and reaches the appropriate office for review. Proper addressing can help avoid delays in processing your petition.
To learn more:
Topics:
MPEP 2500 - Maintenance Fees,
MPEP 2580 - Review Of Decision Refusing To Accept And Record Payment Of A Maintenance Fee Filed Prior To Expiration Of Patent,
Patent Law,
Patent Procedure