11. What are the main differences between the French and European opposition procedures?
While the opposition procedure in France has some similarities with the European patent opposition procedure (see Obtaining a European patent: the opposition procedure
The procedure is more strictly controlled, with predefined deadlines to be met, resulting in a tighter timetable than before the EPO.
Unlike the EPO, the INPI cannot continue proceedings if the opponent withdraws.
If INPI has not ruled on...
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Bibliography
INPI, Patent and utility certificate guidelines, Book III, Post-grant procedures
Regulations
CPI Book VI, legislative and regulatory sections
Arrêté du 6 mars 2020 relatif aux redevances de procédures de l’INPI
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