This is a legal form that was released by the U.S. Department of Commerce - Patent and Trademark Office on January 1, 2019 and used country-wide. As of today, no separate filing guidelines for the form are provided by the issuing department.
Q: What is Form PTO/SB/130?
A: Form PTO/SB/130 is a petition form used to request special treatment based on age for the advancement of examination under 37 CFR 1.102(c)(1).
Q: What is the purpose of Form PTO/SB/130?
A: The purpose of Form PTO/SB/130 is to request the Patent and Trademark Office (PTO) to consider an application for examination ahead of other pending applications based on the age of the applicant.
Q: Who can use Form PTO/SB/130?
A: Any applicant who meets the age requirement specified in 37 CFR 1.102(c)(1) can use Form PTO/SB/130 to request special treatment for the advancement of examination.
Q: What is the age requirement for using Form PTO/SB/130?
A: The age requirement for using Form PTO/SB/130 is that the applicant must be 65 years of age or older.
Q: What is the benefit of using Form PTO/SB/130?
A: Using Form PTO/SB/130 allows applicants who are 65 years of age or older to have their applications examined ahead of other pending applications.
Q: Are there any specific requirements for filing Form PTO/SB/130?
A: Yes, there are specific requirements for filing Form PTO/SB/130. These requirements are outlined in the form instructions and should be followed carefully.
Q: Can I use Form PTO/SB/130 for trademark applications?
A: No, Form PTO/SB/130 is specifically for patent applications and cannot be used for trademark applications.
Form Details:
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