A person who is the aggressor or who brings on a difficulty cannot claim the right of self-defense unless he withdraws from the conflict in good faith and in such a manner that his adversary knows or should know that he desires to withdraw and discontinue the conflict.
La. R.S. 14:21
Aggressor cannot claim self defense
Known as the Louisiana Criminal Code
The act spans §§ 14-1 to 14-9 (36 sections).
Official source: Louisiana State Legislature. Reproduced from public-domain Louisiana statutes; confirm against the official source for the current text. Not legal advice.