How do I cite a patent in OSCOLA?

To cite a patent in OSCOLA (4th edition), include the author, title, date, and source location. Use our free citation generator for automatic formatting.

What is the OSCOLA format for a patent citation?

The OSCOLA format for a patent is: Lindqvist E, “Automated Bibliographic Reference Parser”

What does the in-text citation look like for a patent in OSCOLA?

In OSCOLA, the in-text citation for the example above is Erik Lindqvist, “Automated Bibliographic Reference Parser” .

How to Cite a Patent in OSCOLA (4th edition)

Learn how to cite a patent or intellectual property filing in OSCOLA format (4th edition). This guide includes the reference list format, in-text citation examples, and key formatting rules.

OSCOLA Bibliography Format

Here is the standard OSCOLA format for citing a patent in your bibliography:

OSCOLA Example for a Patent

A complete OSCOLA reference for a patent, formatted by the official OSCOLA CSL style definition — the same engine that powers the generator on this site:

Lindqvist E, “Automated Bibliographic Reference Parser” <https://patents.example.org/US10482119>

Matching in-text citation: Erik Lindqvist, “Automated Bibliographic Reference Parser” <https://patents.example.org/US10482119>.

Step-by-Step Guide

Gather source information: Collect the author name, title, publication date, and URL or DOI for your patent.
Format the reference: Arrange the elements following the OSCOLA (4th edition) template shown above.
Create the in-text citation: Add a parenthetical or narrative citation in your paper where you reference this source.
Add to your bibliography: Include the full formatted citation at the end of your paper.
Double-check formatting: Verify italics, punctuation, capitalization, and hanging indents match OSCOLA requirements.

Evidence and review notes

Worked examples are generated by citeproc from the published CSL definition, not written by a language model.

CSL style record: oscola.csl

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I cite a patent in OSCOLA?: To cite a patent in OSCOLA (4th edition), include the author, title, date, and source location. Use our free citation generator for automatic formatting.
What is the OSCOLA format for a patent citation?: The OSCOLA format for a patent is: Lindqvist E, “Automated Bibliographic Reference Parser” <https://patents.example.org/US10482119>
What does the in-text citation look like for a patent in OSCOLA?: In OSCOLA, the in-text citation for the example above is Erik Lindqvist, “Automated Bibliographic Reference Parser” <https://patents.example.org/US10482119>.