§ 62-16. Same—Aggressor cannot claim self-defense.  


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  • 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.

(City Code 1965, § 10-15)

State law reference

Similar provisions, R.S. 14:21.