Citation of Prior Art and Ex Parte Reexamination of Patents
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Number of Pages: 199 pgs
Sections: 2201 – 2296
Brief Summary:
This chapter serves as a guide regarding the processing and filing of prior art citations and reexamination requests. The purpose for citing prior art in patent files is to inform the patent owner and the public in general that such patents or printed publications are in existence and should be considered when evaluating the validity of the patent claims in question. The examiner will consider these citations when examining the application.
Key Terms:
| Reexamination | Citation of Prior Art | Substantial New Question of Patentability |
| Amendments | Appeal | Concurrent Proceedings |
37 CFR (Code of Federal Regulations):
| 37 CFR 1.121 | Manner of making amendments in applications. |
| 37 CFR 1.52 | Language, paper, writing, margins, compact disc specifications. |
35 USC (United States Code):
| 35 USC 133 | Time for prosecuting application. |
| 35 USC 305 | Conduct of reexamination proceedings. |