Search_petitions_by_application
Retrieve all petition decisions for a specific USPTO application to analyze petition history, identify potential red flags, and cross-reference with prosecution timelines.
Instructions
Get all petition decisions for a specific application number.
Use for: Complete petition history, red flag identification, cross-referencing with PFW prosecution timeline.
Examples:
Basic petition check: fpd_search_petitions_by_application(application_number="17896175")
With documents: fpd_search_petitions_by_application(application_number="17896175", include_documents=True)
Red flag analysis:
Multiple petitions → Difficult prosecution (missed deadlines, examiner conflicts)
Revival petitions (37 CFR 1.137) → Application was abandoned
Examiner disputes (37 CFR 1.181) → Contentious relationship with examiner
Denied petitions → Unsuccessful arguments, potential prosecution quality issues
Cross-MCP integration:
Use pfw_search_applications_minimal with fields parameter for prosecution context
Compare petition dates with prosecution timeline (office actions, RCEs)
Identify if petitions correlate with examiner changes or specific prosecution events
If patented, check PTAB for post-grant challenges
Parameters:
application_number: USPTO application number (e.g., "17896175", "15/123,456")
include_documents: Include documentBag in response (default False)
Input Schema
| Name | Required | Description | Default |
|---|---|---|---|
| application_number | Yes | ||
| include_documents | No |