Patent Bar Mpep Q & A Podcast

Question: For participation in the Global/IP5 PPH pilot program at the USPTO, does the applicant need to submit a petition fee under 37 C.F.R. 1.17(h). Answer: No, for participation in the Global/IP5 PPH pilot program at the USPTO, the applicant must submit: A request for participation in the Global/IP5 PPH pilot program and a request that the U.S. application be advanced out of turn for examination by order of the Director to expedite the business of the Office under 37 CFR 1.102(a). A petition fee under 37 CFR 1.17(h) is NOT required. Chapter Details: The answer to this question can… The post MPEP Q & A 105: Petition Fee Requirements For Participation in the PPH appeared first on Patent Education Series.