What is the purpose of MPEP 704?

MPEP 704 focuses on two crucial aspects of patent examination: search and requirements for information. This section provides guidance to patent examiners on conducting thorough prior art searches and requesting additional information from applicants when necessary to properly examine patent applications.

According to MPEP 704, the primary objectives are to ensure a comprehensive examination of patent applications and to gather all relevant information for making informed patentability determinations.

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• patent examination
• prior art search
• information requirements
• patent application