What should be included in an Article 19 amendment submission?
An Article 19 amendment submission should include several components as outlined in the MPEP:
- A complete set of claims replacing the originally filed claims
- A letter indicating the differences between the original and amended claims
- An explanation of the basis for the amendments in the original application
- An optional statement under Article 19
The MPEP states: The submission of Article 19 amendments should comprise: (i) a complete set of claims in replacement of the claims originally filed (ii) a letter which must indicate the differences between the claims as filed and those as amended plus the basis for the amendments (iii) an optional statement under Article 19
. It’s crucial to follow these requirements to ensure proper processing of the amendments.
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