IPLA – International Patent Legal Administration
OPET – Office of Petitions
Generally Available
Petition Type | Avg. Days Pending of Decided Petitions | Grant Rate Percentage | Deciding Office | ePetition Option |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 503 - Suspend-Waive Exam Related Rule (37 CFR 1.183) | 129 | 45%* | OPET | |
| 516 - To Waive/Suspend Rules Re Non-Patent Examination Matters (37 CFR 1.183) | 52 | 43%* | OPET |
Prior to Examination
Petition Type | Avg. Days Pending of Decided Petitions | Grant Rate Percentage | Deciding Office | ePetition Option |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 275 - To Waive/Suspend Rules in National Stage - 37 CFR 1.183 | 78 | 17%* | IPLA | |
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