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Guidelines for Examination

 
 
Table of Contents - Guidelines for Examination
Part A Guidelines for Formalities Examination
Chapter XI – Inspection of files; communication of information contained in files; consultation of the Register of European Patents; issuance of certified copies
2. Inspection of files
2.6 Publication of bibliographic data before publication of the application
2.6
Publication of bibliographic data before publication of the application 

The EPO has not hitherto availed itself of the power under Art. 128(5) to publish bibliographic data before the European patent application is published.

Art. 128(5)

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Art. 128(5)