Pennsylvania § 6108 - Patents.
Full text of Pennsylvania Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes § 6108 — Patents., with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 6108. Patents.
(a) Costs.--Upon receipt of an appraisal under section 6107 (relating to appraisals), the department shall notify the applicant and request the amount due the Commonwealth. The expenses incident to the investigation, advertising, survey and appraisal must be paid by the applicant.
(b) Issuance.--The department shall issue a patent to an applicant upon completion of all of the following:
(1) Approval by the department of the material required by section 6103(c)(4) (relating to application).
(2) Payment of the amount under subsection (a). If the applicant does not make payment within three months from the request under subsection (a), the applicant shall be deemed to have abandoned the application, and the department may:
(i) grant a patent to a subsequent applicant upon payment of the amount under subsection (a); or
(ii) if more than one year has elapsed since the receipt of the appraisal, require a current appraisal.
(3) Compliance with law, including regulations promulgated by the department.
(4) Final disposition in the applicant's favor of any entered caveat.
(5) Approval by the Governor.
Frequently Asked Questions About Pennsylvania § 6108
What does Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes § 6108 cover?
Section 6108 ("Patents.") is part of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, the codified statutory law of Pennsylvania. It sets out the legal rule or procedure described in the text above. Statutes are amended regularly, so always verify against the official source.
How do I cite Pennsylvania § 6108?
A common citation format is "Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes § 6108" (Pennsylvania). Legal writing may require the code abbreviation, section number, and year or edition. Match the style required by your court, professor, or publisher.
Is this the official text of Pennsylvania law?
No. This page is for research and education and may not include the most recent amendments. For official current law, check the Pennsylvania official source linked on this page or consult a licensed Pennsylvania attorney.
How does Pennsylvania § 6108 apply to my situation?
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