Section 2: Transfer and loss of rights

The application provided for in Article L. 613-22, seeking a declaration that the rights attached to a patent application or patent have lapsed, shall be submitted in writing. A reasoned decision is taken within six months. The decision shall be notified to the applicant.

Failing an express decision within the period referred to in the second paragraph of Article R. 613-49, the application is deemed to be rejected.

The following shall be entered in the National Patent Register: The mention of the decision establishing lapse provided for in Article L. 613-22; Petitions initiating restoration appeals, appeals against decisions of the Director of the Institute and appeals in cassation, as well as the decisions rendered. The decision restoring the patentee’s rights shall have no effect if the fees due are not paid within three months of the entry of…

The period provided for in paragraph 2 of Article L. 613-21 is fifteen days from the date of service of the seizure provided for in paragraph 1 of the said article.