La. Code Crim. Proc. art. 227
Current with changes from the 2024 First and Second Extraordinary Sessions
If a person lawfully arrested escapes or is rescued, the person from whose custody he escaped or was rescued may pursue and retake him immediately without a warrant at any time and in any place within the state. He may use the same means to retake as are authorized for an arrest.
La. Cr.P. § 227