This document contains official instructions for Form PTO/AIA/02 , Substitute Statement in Lieu of an Oath or Declaration for Utility or Design Patent Application (35 U.s.c. 115(D) and 37 Cfr 1.64) - a form released and collected by the U.S. Department of Commerce - Patent and Trademark Office. An up-to-date fillable Form PTO/AIA/02 is available for download through this link.
Q: What is Form PTO/AIA/02?
A: Form PTO/AIA/02 is a substitute statement in lieu of an oath or declaration for a utility or design patent application.
Q: When should Form PTO/AIA/02 be used?
A: Form PTO/AIA/02 should be used when an inventor is unable or unwilling to sign an oath or declaration.
Q: What is the purpose of Form PTO/AIA/02?
A: The purpose of Form PTO/AIA/02 is to provide a substitute statement in place of an oath or declaration.
Q: What are the requirements for using Form PTO/AIA/02?
A: To use Form PTO/AIA/02, the applicant must provide a statement explaining why the inventor is unable or unwilling to sign the oath or declaration.
Q: Is Form PTO/AIA/02 applicable for both utility and design patent applications?
A: Yes, Form PTO/AIA/02 can be used for both utility and design patent applications.
Instruction Details:
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