INSTRUCTIONS: REISSUE PATENT APPLICATION TRANSMITTAL SB0050
This form is approved for use through August 31, 2013.
“Reissue Patent Application Transmittal SB0050 Step 1”
In the header of the document, provide the attorney docket number, the first named inventor, the original patent number, the original issue date, and the express mail label number. In the subheading, check the appropriate box for a utility patent, design patent, or a plant patent.
“Reissue Patent Application Transmittal SB0050 Step 2”
In steps 1 through 6, make sure all of the boxes are checked so you’re providing all of the necessary documents. For step 3 and 4, the documents may be amended, and step 5 may be the original or a copy.
“Reissue Patent Application Transmittal SB0050 Step 3”
If you check “Yes” in step 7, check all of the applicable boxes listed below. Check the first box if you provided a Written Consent of all Assignees (PTO/SB/53). If you provided a 37 CFR 3.73(b) Statement (PTO/SB/96), check the second box.
“Reissue Patent Application Transmittal SB0050 Step 4”
If you’re using this form for a computer program, check step 8 indicating you provided a CD-ROM or CD-R duplicate.
“Reissue Patent Application Transmittal SB0050 Step 5”
If you provided a nucleotide and/or amino acid sequence submission, you need to check all of the appropriate boxes in step 9.
“Reissue Patent Application Transmittal SB0050 Step 6”
In steps 10 through 16, you need to check boxes 10, 12, 14, and 15 along with the appropriate attachments. Check boxes 11 and 13 if applicable and provide all of the necessary paperwork.
“Reissue Patent Application Transmittal SB0050 Step 7”
If you need to provide any additional forms, check box 16 and attach the proper forms.
“Reissue Patent Application Transmittal SB0050 Step 8”
In step 17, check the box for the address associated with the customer number or the box for the correspondence address below. Do not leave any of the contact fields blank.
“Reissue Patent Application Transmittal SB0050 Step 9”
In the last part of the form, provide a signature, the date of the signature, the printed name, and the registration number of the attorney or agent. Make sure you read the Privacy Statement on the second page of the form.