Where should submissions for correcting incomplete ex parte reexamination requests be sent?
Submissions for correcting incomplete ex parte reexamination requests should be marked and sent to a specific mailing address. The MPEP provides clear guidance:
“Any such submission should be marked “Mail Stop Ex Parte Reexam” in the manner discussed in MPEP § 2224 so that the submission may be promptly forwarded to the staff of the CRU.”
This specific marking ensures that the submission is directed to the Central Reexamination Unit (CRU) for efficient processing. It’s crucial to follow this instruction to avoid delays in the handling of your correction submission.
To learn more:
Topics:
MPEP 2200 - Citation Of Prior Art And Ex Parte Reexamination Of Patents,
MPEP 2231 - Processing Of Request Corrections,
Patent Law,
Patent Procedure