The PTO has implemented the Prioritized Examination system authorized by the America Invents Action.  The goal is that the applicant will have either a patent or a decision that no patent can be obtained within 12 months of submission.  The requirements are:

1. An original application;
2. Fee- $4,800.00, not including filing fee for the original application;
3. No more than 4 independent claims and no more than 30 total claims; and
4. Submission of PTO/SB/424.

1. Final rejection or request for continued examination terminates accelerated status.
   2. Is your invention one that should be considered for the Prioritized Examination Process?

For more information, contact Berenato White at 301-896-0600 301.896.0600