Clarence B. Jenkins, Jr. v. Office of South Carolina Governor
March 26, 2026·26-1087·Per Curiam·By Aisha Johnson
The United States Court of Appeals for the Fourth Circuit affirmed a district court order dismissing a pro se employment-related action without prejudice. The appellate court found no reversible error in the lower court's decision to deny the plaintiff's motions for reconsideration.
Clarence B. Jenkins, Jr., proceeding pro se, appealed a district court order that accepted a magistrate judge’s recommendation to dismiss his employment-related action without prejudice and without issuance of process. Jenkins also appealed a text order denying his motions for reconsideration.
The court’s reasoning
The court reviewed the record and found no reversible error in the district court’s orders. The court noted that the order was final and appealable because the district court did not grant Jenkins leave to amend his complaint.
What it means going forward
The dismissal without prejudice remains in effect, allowing the plaintiff to potentially refile the action if they can cure the deficiencies, though the denial of reconsideration stands.
