FAQs Patent Questions

Question:Applications must be in data query within six days under normal circumstances

Answer:
Under normal circumstances the application should be in Data Query (PALM location 7550) less than 6 days. If the application involves special circumstances, (i.e., waiting for drawings, a signed declaration/oath, etc.) the timetable will vary depending on the response needed.

Question:You can find a list of PTDL libraries on the official Gazette and on the USPTO Web site.

Answer:
A list of PTDL libraries can be found in the Official Gazette and on the USPTO Web site.

Question:Applicants must submit amendments to drawings as replacement or new drawings together with explanations of the changes

Answer:
Applicant must submit any amendments to drawings as replacement or new drawings accompanied by explanations of the changes in either the drawing amendment section or remarks section of the amendment paper. Any replacement sheets of drawings must be labeled as "Replacement Sheet" and any new sheets of drawings must be labeled as "New Sheet" in the header.

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