Are the transitional application provisions applicable to applications filed after June 8, 1995?
No, the transitional application provisions are not applicable to applications filed after June 8, 1995. The MPEP clearly states:
“37 CFR 1.129(c) clarifies that the provisions of 37 CFR 1.129(a) and (b) are not applicable to any application filed after June 8, 1995.“
However, it’s important to note that while these specific provisions do not apply, applications filed on June 8, 1995, would still be subject to a 20-year patent term. This cutoff date marks a significant change in patent examination procedures and term calculations.
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