What happens to patent applications subject to a Secrecy Order at the USPTO?
Applications subject to a Secrecy Order will be:
- Deleted from any image file system within the USPTO
- Converted to paper
- Held with Licensing and Review
- Transferred to a designated examiner for examination
Topics:
MPEP 121-Handling of Applications under Secrecy Order and/or Bearing National Security Markings,
Patent Law