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Form PTO/SB/30EFS
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Form PTO / SB / 30EFS Request for Continued Examination (Rce) Transmittal
What Is Form PTO/SB/30EFS?
This is a legal form that was released by the U.S. Department of Commerce - Patent and Trademark Office on July 1, 2009 and used country-wide. As of today, no separate filing guidelines for the form are provided by the issuing department.
FAQ
Q: What is a PTO/SB/30EFS form?
A: The PTO/SB/30EFS form is a Request for Continued Examination (RCE) Transmittal form.
Q: What is an RCE?
A: RCE stands for Request for Continued Examination. It is a request to the United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO) to continue examining a patent application.
Q: Why would I need to file a PTO/SB/30EFS form?
A: You would need to file a PTO/SB/30EFS form if you want to continue the examination of your patent application after receiving a final rejection or a notice of abandonment.
Q: How do I file a PTO/SB/30EFS form?
A: The PTO/SB/30EFS form can be filed electronically using the Electronic Filing System (EFS) of the USPTO.
Q: What information do I need to provide in the PTO/SB/30EFS form?
A: You need to provide information such as the application number, the filing date, the name of the applicant, and the fee information.
Form Details:
- Released on July 1, 2009;
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