What are the limitations on the content of claims in a reissue application?
The content of claims in a reissue application is subject to certain limitations. According to MPEP § 1412, “The content of claims in a reissue application is somewhat limited, as is indicated in MPEP § 1412.01 through MPEP § 1412.03.” This means that there are specific rules and restrictions that apply to the claims in a reissue application, which are detailed in the subsequent sections of the MPEP.
These limitations may include:
- Restrictions on broadening claims
- Rules for presenting new claims
- Requirements for maintaining the original patent’s subject matter
It’s important for patent attorneys and applicants to carefully review these sections to ensure compliance with reissue application claim requirements.
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