Anthony James Braxton appeals the district court’s order adopting the report and recommendation of the magistrate judge, denying leave to amend his complaint, and dismissing his action under 42 U.S.C. § 1983 (2000). We have reviewed the record and find no abuse of discretion or reversible error. Accordingly, we grant leave to proceed in forma pauperis and affirm on the reasoning of the district court. See Braxton v. Toney, CA-03-638-5 (S.D.W. Va., Mar. 29, 2004 & filed May 17, 2004; entered May 18, 2004). 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.

AFFIRMED