What is the purpose of MPEP 704 – Search and Requirements for Information?
MPEP 704 – Search and Requirements for Information serves multiple purposes in the patent examination process:
- It provides guidance on conducting thorough prior art searches
- It outlines procedures for requesting additional information from applicants
- It helps ensure that patent applications are examined efficiently and thoroughly
According to MPEP 704: “The examiner, in the exercise of authority under 37 CFR 1.105, may require the submission of information reasonably necessary to properly examine or treat a matter in an application.” This section is crucial for examiners to gather all necessary information for a comprehensive examination.
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