Question: What is one way an ex parte reexamination proceeding may be concluded? Answer: Ex parte reexamination proceedings may be concluded in one of four ways: The prosecution of the proceeding may be brought to an end, and the proceeding itself concluded, by a denial of reexamination, or vacating the reexamination proceeding, or terminating the reexamination proceeding. (In these instances, no Reexamination Certificate is issued). The proceeding may be concluded under 37 CFR 1.570(b) with the issuance of a Reexamination Certificate. The proceeding may be concluded under 37 CFR 1.570(e) where the reexamination proceeding has been merged with a reissue…
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