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HomeCivil CodeDiv. 3Pt. 2Ch. 1§ 1682 Contract Extinguishment Methods

§ 1682 Contract Extinguishment Methods

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§ 1682 Contract Extinguishment Methods

This law says that ending a contract works the same way as ending other duties, and it can also be finished following the rules in this part of the law.

Key Takeaways

  • •A contract can be ended in the same way as other obligations.
  • •It can also be ended according to the rules in this Title.
  • •The process follows the same steps used for other duties.

Example

If you have a lease to rent an apartment and you want to cancel it, you can do so using the same steps that apply to other obligations, like paying off a loan.

The lease can be terminated just like any other duty you have, and the way to do it follows the procedures set out in this Title.

AI-generated — May contain errors. Not legal advice. Always verify source.

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§ 1682 Contract Extinguishment Methods

A contract may be extinguished in like manner with any other obligation, and also in the manner prescribed by this Title. (Enacted 1872.)

Last verified: January 9, 2026

Key Terms

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Related Statutes

  • § 1804.1 Consumer Contract Prohibitions
  • § 3294 Punitive Damages Requirements
  • § 3439.09 Fraudulent Transfer Time Limits
  • § 1473 Obligation Performance Extinguishes Debt
  • § 1474 Joint Obligation Performance Rule

References

  • Official text at leginfo.legislature.ca.gov
  • California Legislature. Civil Code. Section 1682.
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