La. Code Crim. Proc. art. 227

Current with changes from Acts 3, and 6-45 of the 2024 Legislative Session
Section 227 - Rearrest after escape

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