Form PTO / SB / 68 Request for Access to an Abandoned Application Under 37 Cfr 1.14

What Is Form PTO/SB/68?

This is a legal form that was released by the U.S. Department of Commerce - Patent and Trademark Office on February 1, 2010 and used country-wide. As of today, no separate filing guidelines for the form are provided by the issuing department.

FAQ

Q: What is Form PTO/SB/68?
A: Form PTO/SB/68 is a request form used to access an abandoned patent application.

Q: What is an abandoned application?
A: An abandoned application is a patent application that has been discontinued by the applicant or rejected by the patent office.

Q: What is 37 Cfr 1.14?
A: 37 Cfr 1.14 is a section of the Code of Federal Regulations that allows interested parties to request access to abandoned applications.

Q: Who can use Form PTO/SB/68?
A: Anyone who has a legitimate interest in the abandoned application can use Form PTO/SB/68 to request access.

Q: What information is required on Form PTO/SB/68?
A: The form requires information such as the abandoned application number, the name of the applicant, and the reason for the request.

Q: How can I submit Form PTO/SB/68?
A: Form PTO/SB/68 can be submitted electronically through the Patent Electronic Filing System (EFS-Web) or by mail to the United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO).