La. Stat. tit. 14 § 21

Current with changes from the 2024 Legislative Session
Section 14:21 - Aggressor cannot claim self defense

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