Instructions for Form PTO / SB / 429 Third-Party Submission Under 37 Cfr 1.290

Form PTO/SB/429 Third-Party Submission Under 37 Cfr 1.290

This document contains official instructions for Form PTO/SB/429 , Third-Party Submission Under 37 Cfr 1.290 - a form released and collected by the U.S. Department of Commerce - Patent and Trademark Office. An up-to-date fillable Form PTO/SB/429 is available for download through this link.

FAQ

Q: What is Form PTO/SB/429?
A: Form PTO/SB/429 is a form for third-party submission under 37 CFR 1.290.

Q: What is a third-party submission?
A: A third-party submission is a process in which someone other than the applicant of a patent application submits prior art or other information relevant to the patentability of the invention.

Q: What is 37 CFR 1.290?
A: 37 CFR 1.290 is a specific section of the Code of Federal Regulations that governs the rules and procedures for third-party submissions in the patent application process.

Q: Why would someone make a third-party submission?
A: Someone might make a third-party submission to bring to the attention of the patent examiner any prior art or other information that may affect the patentability of the invention.

Q: Who can make a third-party submission?
A: Any individual or organization can make a third-party submission in accordance with the rules and procedures specified in 37 CFR 1.290.

Q: What is the purpose of Form PTO/SB/429?
A: Form PTO/SB/429 is used to provide the necessary information and documents for a third-party submission.

Q: What are the deadlines for filing a third-party submission?
A: The deadline for filing a third-party submission is typically before the date of the Notice of Allowance or the first Office Action on the merits, whichever occurs first. It is important to consult the specific requirements and deadlines outlined in 37 CFR 1.290.

Q: Can a third-party submission be anonymous?
A: No, a third-party submission must include the identification of the submitter. However, the submitter's identity may be kept confidential upon request, if allowed by the USPTO.