Chapter VIII – Time limits, loss of rights, further and accelerated processing and re-establishment of rights
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3. Re-establishment of rights

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3. Re-establishment of rights 

A revised version of this publication entered into force.

An applicant for or proprietor of a European patent who, despite taking all due care required by the circumstances, was unable to observe a time limit vis-à-vis the EPO may apply to have their rights re-established.

Art. 122(1)

3.1 Admissibility of the request
3.2 Merit of the request
3.3 Decision on re-establishment of rights
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