What is required to correct inventorship in a Non-Provisional application?

To correct inventorship in a Non-Provisional application, a petition with a statement of non-deceptive intent is essential. This requirement is in place to ensure that any changes made to the inventorship of a patent application are made transparently and ethically. The statement of non-deceptive intent serves to affirm that the correction is not intended to mislead or deceive the United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO) regarding the actual inventors of the claimed invention. This is particularly important as inventorship pertains to who contributes to the conception of the invention and has legal implications regarding patent rights and ownership.

Correcting inventorship through this process maintains the integrity of the patent system and ensures that the rights of the true inventors are upheld. The USPTO requires that the proper procedures be followed, including formally submitting a petition that documents the intent behind the change in inventorship.

Other options provided do not address the specific requirements for correcting inventorship effectively. The roles of licensing authority or patent attorney registration do not pertain directly to the correction of inventorship as outlined by the MPEP. Additionally, simply paying a fee does not fulfill the necessary procedural and ethical obligations involved in accurately reflecting the proper inventors on the application.