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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).

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.

Official source: Louisiana State Legislature. Reproduced from public-domain Louisiana statutes; confirm against the official source for the current text. Not legal advice.