Form PTO / AIA / 24B Petition for Express Abandonment to Obtain a Refund

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Form PTO / AIA / 24B Petition for Express Abandonment to Obtain a Refund

What Is Form PTO/AIA/24B?

This is a legal form that was released by the U.S. Department of Commerce - Patent and Trademark Office on July 1, 2017 and used country-wide. As of today, no separate filing guidelines for the form are provided by the issuing department.

FAQ

Q: What is a PTO/AIA/24B Petition?
A: A PTO/AIA/24B Petition is a request filed with the United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO) for express abandonment of a patent application.

Q: What is express abandonment?
A: Express abandonment is the formal act of voluntarily giving up or abandoning a patent application before it is granted.

Q: Why would someone file a PTO/AIA/24B Petition?
A: Someone may file a PTO/AIA/24B Petition for express abandonment to obtain a refund of fees paid for the patent application.

Q: How can I obtain a refund for my patent application fees?
A: To obtain a refund for your patent application fees, you can file a PTO/AIA/24B Petition for express abandonment.

Q: Are there any specific requirements for filing a PTO/AIA/24B Petition?
A: Yes, there are specific requirements for filing a PTO/AIA/24B Petition, including providing a statement of abandonment and a request for a refund.

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Form Details:

  • Released on July 1, 2017;
  • The latest available edition released by the U.S. Department of Commerce - Patent and Trademark Office;
  • Easy to use and ready to print;
  • Yours to fill out and keep for your records;
  • Compatible with most PDF-viewing applications;
  • Fill out the form in our online filing application.

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