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Self-defense is not available to a person who:

(1) Is attempting to commit, committing, or escaping after the commission of an offense; or

(2) Knowingly or purposely provokes the use of force against herself or himself, unless:

(a) Such force is so great that the person reasonably believes there is imminent danger of death or serious bodily harm and the person has exhausted every reasonable means to escape such danger other than the use of force which is likely to cause death or serious bodily harm to the assailant; or

(b) In good faith, the person withdraws from physical contact with the assailant and clearly indicates to the assailant the desire to withdraw and terminate the use of force but the assailant continues or resumes the use of force.