The United States Court of Appeals for the Fourth Circuit affirmed a district court order denying relief in a civil complaint filed by a pro se prisoner. The appellate court found no reversible error in the lower court's decision to accept the magistrate judge's recommendation.
Bruce Allen Buckner, proceeding pro se, appealed a district court order that accepted a magistrate judge’s recommendation and denied relief on his civil complaint. The underlying case originated in the United States District Court for the District of South Carolina.
The court’s reasoning
The court reviewed the record and discerned no reversible error. The court determined that the facts and legal contentions were adequately presented in the materials before the court, making oral argument unnecessary.
What it means going forward
The district court’s order denying relief remains in effect, and the appellant’s motions for review and amendment are denied.
