QUESTION
Can I patent an idea or concept before actually producing a prototype?
Asked on Aug 19th, 2012 on Patents - Washington
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Intellectual Property Attorney serving South Jordan, UT
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Pearson Butler
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Yes, you can patent an idea before actually producing a prototype and people do it all the time.
Answered on Aug 24th, 2012 at 10:01 AM
Patents Attorney serving Rochester Hills, MI
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Helmholdt Law, PLC
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You do not have to actual produce a prototype before filing a patent application, but you do have to be able to describe the invention in sufficient detail to enable someone skilled in the art to make and use the invention.
Answered on Aug 24th, 2012 at 10:01 AM
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Shimokaji & Associates, P.C.
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Yes, but the idea needs to be at least developed to the extent that another person can make and use the idea.
Answered on Aug 24th, 2012 at 10:00 AM
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The Olmsted Law Group
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Yes and I highly recommend doing so. Please feel free to contact my firm for a free consultation as to why.
Answered on Aug 24th, 2012 at 9:59 AM