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Form PTO/SB/66
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Form PTO / SB / 66 Petition to Accept Unintentionally Delayed Payment of Maintenance Fee in an Expired Patent (37 Cfr 1.378(B))
What Is Form PTO/SB/66?
This is a legal form that was released by the U.S. Department of Commerce - Patent and Trademark Office on November 1, 2021 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/66?
A: Form PTO/SB/66 is a petition to accept unintentionally delayed payment of maintenance fee in an expired patent.
Q: When should I use Form PTO/SB/66?
A: You should use Form PTO/SB/66 when you want to request the acceptance of a delayed payment of maintenance fee in an expired patent.
Q: What is the purpose of Form PTO/SB/66?
A: The purpose of Form PTO/SB/66 is to petition the US Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO) to accept a late payment of a maintenance fee for an expired patent.
Q: What is the applicable regulation for Form PTO/SB/66?
A: Form PTO/SB/66 is governed by 37 CFR 1.378(b).
Q: Who can submit Form PTO/SB/66?
A: The applicant, patentee, or their representative can submit Form PTO/SB/66.
Q: What information is required in Form PTO/SB/66?
A: Form PTO/SB/66 requires information such as the patent number, the unintentionally delayed maintenance fee payment, and a statement explaining the unintentional delay.
Q: What happens after submitting Form PTO/SB/66?
A: After submitting Form PTO/SB/66, the USPTO will review the petition and determine whether to accept or deny the delayed payment of the maintenance fee.
Q: Can I appeal the decision if my Form PTO/SB/66 is denied?
A: Yes, if your Form PTO/SB/66 is denied, you can file an appeal to the Patent Trial and Appeal Board (PTAB) within a set time frame.
Form Details:
- Released on November 1, 2021;
- The latest available edition released by the U.S. Department of Commerce - Patent and Trademark Office;
- Easy to use and ready to print;
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