Jeffrey Allen Carter appeals the district court’s orders denying relief on his petition filed under 28 U.S.C. § 2254 (2000), and denying reconsideration of that order. We have reviewed the record and the district court’s opinion accepting the recommendation of the magistrate judge and find no substantial question that Carter was deprived of a constitutional right. Accordingly, we deny a certificate of appealability, deny leave to proceed in forma pauperis, and dismiss the appeal on the reasoning of the district court. See Carter *626 v. Angelone, No. CA-00-708-2 (E.D. Va. Aug. 27, 2001; Oct. 25, 2001; Nov. 7, 2001). We dispense with oral argument because the facts and legal contentions are adequately presented in the materials before the court and argument would not aid the decisional process.

DISMISSED.