To correct inventorship in a patent application, what document is not needed as per the AIA?

To correct inventorship in a patent application according to the America Invents Act (AIA), the requirement does not include a statement of omission. This means the process of correcting inventorship does not necessitate a formal acknowledgment or statement that explicitly outlines what was omitted in previous filings.

In contrast, a declaration from the previous inventor is typically required to confirm that they indeed wish to be removed or to clarify their contributions. A petition for amendment may be necessary as part of the formal process to officially file the correction with the USPTO. Similarly, submitting new claims could also be relevant if the correction in inventorship modifies the scope or basis of the claims.

Thus, the absence of a requirement for a statement of omission makes it the correct choice as the document not needed for correcting inventorship issues under the AIA.