What is the scope of the Requirement for Information in patent examination?

The Requirement for Information in patent examination has a specific scope as outlined in MPEP 704.12(a):

The requirement for information is limited to that information required by the examiner to complete the examination.

This means that the examiner can only request information that is directly relevant to the examination process. The requirement is not a broad fishing expedition but a targeted inquiry to obtain specific information needed to assess patentability.

To learn more:

• Requirement for Information
• Patent Examination
• Information Scope