What should examiners review when preparing an application for issue?
When preparing an application for issue, examiners must review several key aspects to ensure accuracy and completeness of the application. The MPEP outlines specific areas that require attention:
- Review data regarding prior U.S. applications for correctness.
- Verify that information about claims to domestic benefit under various U.S. Code sections is current and up to date in the Patent Data Portal database.
- Review data regarding prior provisional and foreign applications for accuracy.
- Ensure proper notations are placed in the file history regarding parent or prior U.S. applications, including provisional applications, and foreign patent applications.
The MPEP states: Examiners must review the data regarding prior U.S. applications to make sure that the information is correct when preparing the application for issue.
This review process is crucial for maintaining the integrity and accuracy of patent records.
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