¶ 19.01    Period for Comments on Protest by Applicant

A protest against issuance of a patent based upon this application has been filed under 37 CFR 1.291(a)  on [1], and a copy [2]. Any comments or reply applicant desires to file before consideration of the protest must be filed by [3].

Examiner Note:

1. Applicant is normally given one month to submit any comments, unless circumstances in the case would warrant a longer period.

2. A copy of this Office action is NOT sent to the protestor. See 37 CFR 1.291(d).

3. In bracket 2, insert either-- has been served on applicant-- or-- is attached hereto--.