How does the USPTO notify applicants of patent term adjustment determinations?

The USPTO has specific procedures for notifying applicants about patent term adjustment (PTA) determinations. According to MPEP 2733: “The Office generally prints the patent term adjustment determination on the Notice of Allowance and Issue Fee Due (PTOL-85).” The notification process includes: Printing the PTA determination on the Notice of Allowance Providing a breakdown of the…

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