Non-Provisional Patent Application (Utility)
Formal patent application for a new and useful invention, which is examined by a USPTO patent examiner and can result in an issued patent.
Instructions
Include a specification with a written description, claims defining the scope of protection, an abstract, and drawings (if necessary to understand the invention). File an oath/declaration and an information disclosure statement (IDS) listing known prior art. Filing fee is $320+ depending on entity size and number of claims. Average examination time is 2-3 years. Consider hiring a registered patent attorney or agent due to the complexity of patent prosecution.
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