What is a continuation patent?

A continuation patent is a type of patent that allows applicants to make changes to a previously filed patent application in Utah without losing the original filing date. Continuation patents are filed to add new information to an existing application, while at the same time preserving the priority date of the original patent application. Continuation patents can be used to add new claims, or to make changes to existing claims or specifications. Continuation patents are beneficial because they allow applicants to make changes to their patent application without the need of filing a new application, which is time-consuming and costly. And because the original filing date of the patent application is preserved, applicants can avoid facing potential rejections that may arise from making changes after their original application is filed. Continuation patents also have a second type, called a “Continuation-in-Part” (CIP) patent. CIP patents are used to introduce new material to the existing application that was not previously included in the original application. This type of patent is useful when a significant change or improvement to the invention has been made, or when a new invention is too long for the original patent application. Ultimately, continuation patents are a useful tool for applicants in Utah to make changes to their patent application while still preserving the original filing date. And with CIP patents being available, applicants can now incorporate new inventions into their existing patent application without the need of filing a new one.

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