What is the panel review process in patent reexamination?
The panel review process is an additional layer of quality control in patent reexamination. According to MPEP § 2289: “In addition to the CRU SPRS or TC QAS review of the reexamination cases, a panel review is made prior to issuing Office actions as set forth in MPEP § 2271.01.” This panel review helps ensure consistency and accuracy in the reexamination process before official actions are issued to patent applicants or owners.
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Topics:
MPEP 2200 - Citation Of Prior Art And Ex Parte Reexamination Of Patents,
MPEP 2289 - Reexamination Review,
Patent Law,
Patent Procedure