What types of information can be requested in a requirement for information?
A requirement for information under 37 CFR 1.105 can request various types of information, including:
- Citations and copies of individual art references
- Identification of whole collections of art
- Answers to specific questions
- Stipulations of facts
- Information about the existence of specific documents or other pieces of information
- Lists of keywords for searching
- Citations to electronically searchable databases
- Copies of publications authored by the inventor(s)
- Information about products or services embodying the invention
- Details of improvements over prior art
The MPEP states: Interrogatories may be used to ask specific questions seeking applicant’s factual knowledge. Such a requirement for information may include an inquiry as to the existence of a particular document or other piece of information and a requirement that such information be supplied if it is known to exist and is readily available.
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