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Question: What is the first step of the three-step process for the recapture rule? Answer: The first step of the three-step process for the recapture rule is: (1) first, we determine whether, and in what respect, the reissue claims are broader in scope than the original patent claims; Chapter Details: The answer to this question can be found in chapter 1400 of the MPEP. This chapter covers Correction of Patents. The answer is from the 9th Edition, Revision 07.2015. Depending on future changes to the MPEP, the question and answer may or may not be applicable in later Editions or… The post MPEP Q & A 67: First Step of the Recapture Rule appeared first on Patent Education Series.