You are here:   PatExam Engine » Topic Exams »

Request for Continuing Examination (RCE)

Launch Exam

RCE »

   


Primary MPEP Chapter Resource(s)

Guidebook 700 » Examination of Applications
MPEP 700 » Download MPEP Chapter 700


Primary MPEP Section Summaries

609 Information Disclosure Statement

Information Disclosure Statements basically consist of the information that was gained from the patent search. An IDS should include a list of all patents, publications or other information relevant to the invention. This section includes a summary of information disclosure statements, English requirements, and details for listing references.

706.07(h) Request for Continued Examination (RCE) Practice

Filing a request for continued examination (RCE) provides a means for the applicant to continue with the prosecution of his or her application if prosecution becomes closed. Choosing an RCE is an alternative to filing a continuing application under 37 C.F.R. 1.53(b) or a CPA under 37 C.F.R. 1.53(d). This section covers RCE practice in detail.

714.16 Amendment After Notice of Allowance, 37 CFR 1.312

This section covers 37 C.F.R. 1.312, amendments after allowance. This rule is not to be used for continued prosecution. In addition amendments may not be filed after the date the issue fee has been paid. Both situations are briefly discussed in this section.