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Form PTO/SB/28
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Form PTO / SB / 28 Petition to Make Special Under Accelerated Examination Program
What Is Form PTO/SB/28?
This is a legal form that was released by the U.S. Department of Commerce - Patent and Trademark Office on July 1, 2009 and used country-wide. As of today, no separate filing guidelines for the form are provided by the issuing department.
FAQ
Q: What is the Form PTO/SB/28?
A: The Form PTO/SB/28 is a petition form for requesting accelerated examination.
Q: What is the purpose of the petition?
A: The purpose of the petition is to request special treatment under the Accelerated Examination Program.
Q: Who can file the Form PTO/SB/28?
A: The Form PTO/SB/28 can be filed by a patent applicant who wants expedited examination.
Q: What is the Accelerated Examination Program?
A: The Accelerated Examination Program is a program that allows for quicker examination of patent applications.
Q: How does the Accelerated Examination Program work?
A: The program prioritizes patent applications and aims to provide final disposition within 12 months.
Q: Are there any additional requirements for filing the Form PTO/SB/28?
A: Yes, there are additional requirements such as submitting a detailed examination support document.
Q: Is there a fee for filing the Form PTO/SB/28?
A: Yes, there is a fee associated with filing the petition.
Form Details:
- Released on July 1, 2009;
- The latest available edition released by the U.S. Department of Commerce - Patent and Trademark Office;
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