What types of records are typically authorized for access in contested cases?
According to MPEP 2307.02, access and copies are ordinarily authorized for the following records in contested cases:
- The application file for an involved patent
- An involved application
- An application for which a party has been accorded benefit under subpart E of 37 CFR 41
The MPEP specifically states: “Access and copies will ordinarily only be authorized for the following records: (1) The application file for an involved patent; (2) An involved application; and (3) An application for which a party has been accorded benefit under subpart E of this part.”
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Topics:
MPEP 2300 - Interference And Derivation Proceedings,
MPEP 2307.02 - Access To Related Files,
Patent Law,
Patent Procedure