What happens to continuation and divisional applications filed under 37 CFR 1.60 before December 1, 1997?
The MPEP clearly states that All continuation and divisional applications filed under 37 CFR 1.60 prior to December 1, 1997 will continue to be processed and examined under the procedures set forth in former 37 CFR 1.60.
This means that applications filed before the cutoff date are grandfathered in and will be processed according to the old rules, ensuring consistency in the handling of these earlier applications.
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Topics:
MPEP 200 - Types and Status of Application; Benefit and Priority,
Patent Law,
Patent Procedure