What are common reasons for drawing corrections to be rejected?
While the MPEP 608.02(x) doesn’t provide an exhaustive list, it does mention several common reasons why drawing corrections might be rejected:
- Erroneous corrections: The submitted changes contain errors or inaccuracies.
- New matter: The corrections introduce new subject matter not supported by the original disclosure.
- Incomplete corrections: The submission doesn’t include all necessary corrections identified by the examiner.
The MPEP states:
“Where the corrected or changed drawing is not accepted, for example, because the submitted corrections or changes are erroneous, or involve new matter or do not include all necessary corrections, the applicant will be notified and informed of any required corrective action in the next Office action.”
Applicants should carefully review their drawing corrections to ensure they address all issues raised by the examiner and don’t introduce new problems.
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