Classification and Search.
Section 43
SEC. 43. Classification and Search. – An application that has complied with the formal requirements shall be classified and a search conducted to determine the prior art. (n)
RA 8293 Section 43
Other provisions in RA 8293
- Section 38: Unity of Invention.
- Section 39: Information Concerning Corresponding Foreign Application for Patents.
- Section 40: Filing Date Requirements.
- Section 41: According a Filing Date.
- Section 42: Formality Examination.
- Section 44: Publication of Patent Application.
- Section 45: Confidentiality Before Publication.
- Section 46: Rights Conferred by a Patent Application After Publication.
- Section 47: Observation by Third Parties.
- Section 48: Request for Substantive Examination.
CitationRA 8293 Section 43 (LawPlayer, data as of July 4, 2026)
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