What is the role of a primary examiner in patentability reports?
The primary examiner plays a crucial role in coordinating and overseeing the preparation of patentability reports. According to MPEP 705, “The primary examiner having jurisdiction of the application initiates a request for a patentability report using form PTO-1323.” The primary examiner is responsible for:
- Identifying the need for a patentability report
- Initiating the request for the report
- Coordinating with other Technology Centers
- Reviewing and incorporating the findings into the overall examination
This oversight ensures a comprehensive and coordinated examination of complex applications.
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