What is the examiner’s responsibility regarding completeness of actions?
The examiner’s responsibility regarding completeness of actions is outlined in 37 CFR 1.104(b), which states:
The examiner’s action will be complete as to all matters, except that in appropriate circumstances, such as misjoinder of invention, fundamental defects in the application, and the like, the action of the examiner may be limited to such matters before further action is made.
This means examiners should address all relevant issues in their Office actions, unless there are specific circumstances that warrant limiting the action to certain matters.
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