What is the disentitlement doctrine in the context of a fugitive's claim?

MultiRegion, United States of America

The following excerpt is from U.S. v. Real Property at 11205 McPherson Lane, Ojai, Cal., 32 F.3d 573 (9th Cir. 1994):

The disentitlement doctrine prevents fugitives from calling upon the resources of the court to adjudicate their claims. Molinaro v. New Jersey, 396 U.S. 365 (1970); Conforte v. Commissioner, 692 F.2d 587, 589-90 (9th Cir.1982).

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