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Prisoner transport module
Assignee: Individual
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Filing: 1982-02-01
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Granted: 1984-09-11
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Expires: 2002-02-01
Abstract
Abstract A portable prisoner transport module which is easily adaptable to use in any conventional van-type vehicle. The module is a box-like container with a door connected to its rear wall, permitting access into the module. The module may be easily inserted into and removed from a van by two to four men, and may be temporarily secured in the van by removable bolts.
Inventors
- 👤 Ronald L. Dirck
Bibliographic Details
Application Number
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Jurisdiction
US
Data Source
google_patents
Last Synchronized
2026-11-07 12:29
CPC Classifications
B; B60; B60P; B60P3/00; B60P3/03; E; E04; E04H; E04H3/00; E04H3/08
Claims Analysis
Total Claims: 3
Claim 1
Independent Claim
118 words
A portable prisoner transport module in combination with a vehicle having a storage compartment located therein, said vehicle including at least one access door into said storage compartment, the combination wherein said module is enclosed having a top and a bottom and front and rear walls separated by side walls, said module located removably within said vehicle storage compartment and being fittable through said vehicle access door, at least one of said walls including a lockable door through which prisoners enter and exit said module, each side wall being inset at its lower marginal part to form a bench within said module; said module includes means for releasably securing said module within the storage compartment of said vehicle.
Claim 2
Dependent Claim
118 words
A portable prisoner transport module in combination with a vehicle having a storage compartment located therein, said vehicle including at least one access door into said storage compartment, the combination wherein said module is enclosed having a top and a bottom and front and rear walls separated by side walls, said module located removably within said vehicle storage compartment and being fittable through said vehicle access door, at least one of said walls including a lockable door through which prisoners enter and exit said module, each side wall being inset at its lower marginal part to form a bench within said module; said module includes means for releasably securing said module within the storage compartment of said vehicle.
Claim 3
Dependent Claim
27 words
The combination of claim 1, wherein said module front wall includes a window means and said module door is located in said rear wall of the module.
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USPTO Annuity & Maintenance Windows
| Annuity Stage | Window Opens | Payment Deadline | Surcharge Period Until | Estimated Fee | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3.5 Years (Year 4) | 1987-09-11 | 1988-03-12 | 1988-09-11 | $2000.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 7.5 Years (Year 8) | 1991-09-11 | 1992-03-12 | 1992-09-11 | $3760.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 11.5 Years (Year 12) | 1995-09-11 | 1996-03-12 | 1996-09-11 | $7700.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |