What is the purpose of Form PTOL-37 in patent application allowance?

Form PTOL-37, known as the “Notice of Allowability,” serves several important purposes in the patent application allowance process:

  • It officially notifies the applicant that their application has been allowed.
  • It provides a record of the examiner’s reasons for allowance.
  • It lists any attachments or additional forms included with the notice.
  • It indicates whether an interview was conducted.
  • It specifies the allowed claims and any canceled claims.

According to MPEP 1302.03, “The examiner prepares the Notice of Allowability, form PTOL-37, if the application is being allowed.” This form is crucial for documenting the official allowance of a patent application and communicating essential information to the applicant.

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