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4.4. Second level of the convergent approach – submissions made after filing of grounds of appeal or reply – Article 13(1) RPBA

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4.4.3 Amendment to appeal case within the meaning of Article 13(1) RPBA

Under Art. 13(1) RPBA, any amendment to a party's appeal case after it has filed its grounds of appeal or reply must be justified and may be admitted only at the board's discretion. On the definition of "amendment to a party's appeal case", see chapter V.A.4.2.3.

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