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For example, there is a federal law (and similar laws in every state) allowing consumers to cancel contracts made with a door-to-door salesperson within three days of signing. You might use that law after hastily agreeing to have someone repave your driveway, deliver lawn fertilizer, or put a new roof on your house.
Most DIRECTV contracts require an 18- to 24-month commitment. If you cancel during the term of your contract, you will be charged a cancellation fee. If you cancel after your contract period has passed, you will not be charged a cancellation fee.Be aware that DIRECTV's cancellation fees can be steep.If you have standard equipment, you can be charged as much as $360 for early contract cancellation, as of 2010. If you have advanced equipment, such as HD receivers, you can be charged up to $480 for early cancellation.ost DIRECTV contracts require an 18- to 24-month commitment. If you cancel during the term of your contract, you will be charged a cancellation fee. If you cancel after your contract period has passed, you will not be charged a cancellation fee.