What are the specific time periods for replies under 37 CFR 1.134?

According to MPEP 710.02(c), the specific time periods for replies under 37 CFR 1.134 are as follows:

• 1 month (but at least 30 days) may be set for personal or telephonic interviews;
• 2 months may be set in situations not covered by a Statutory or other rule provision;
• 3 months may be set to reply to any Office action in an application.

The MPEP states: ‘The time periods set forth in 37 CFR 1.134 are subject to the provisions of 37 CFR 1.136 for patent applications and 37 CFR 1.550(c) for reexamination proceedings.’ This means that these time periods can potentially be extended under certain circumstances.

To learn more:

• time periods
• replies
• 37 CFR 1.134
• interviews
• Office actions

To learn more:

• 37 CFR 1.134