(a) A derivation proceeding is a trial subject to the procedures set forth in subpart A of this part.
(b) The Board may for good cause authorize or direct the parties to address patentability issues that arise in the course of the derivation proceeding.
authority: 35 U.S.C. 2(b)(2), 6, 21, 23, 41, 135, 311, 312, 316, 321-326; Pub. L. 112-29, 125 Stat. 284; and Pub. L. 112-274, 126 Stat. 2456
source: 77 FR 48669, Aug. 14, 2012, unless otherwise noted.
cite as: 37 CFR 42.400