Where can I find specific information about the content of claims in a reissue application?
Specific information about the content of claims in a reissue application can be found in the Manual of Patent Examining Procedure (MPEP), particularly in sections 1412.01 through 1412.03. As stated in MPEP § 1412:
“The content of claims in a reissue application is somewhat limited, as is indicated in MPEP § 1412.01 through MPEP § 1412.03.”
To get comprehensive information on this topic, you should review:
- MPEP § 1412.01 – Reissue Claims Must Be for Same General Invention
- MPEP § 1412.02 – Recapture of Canceled Subject Matter
- MPEP § 1412.03 – Broadening Reissue Claims
These sections provide detailed guidance on the permissible scope and content of reissue application claims.
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