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
  • Factual information known to the applicant
  • Information about the existence of specific documents
  • Stipulations of facts

The MPEP provides specific form paragraphs for different types of requests, such as:

  • Stipulations of facts (Form Paragraph 7.105.01)
  • Interrogatories for factual information (Form Paragraph 7.105.02)
  • Requests for prior art search results (Form Paragraph 7.118)
  • Requests for copies of publications (Form Paragraph 7.114)

The type of information requested should be relevant to the examination and within the scope specified in the requirement.

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