Court of Appeals for the Fourth Circuit February 12, 2003, No. 02-7693 (United States v. Contreras)

PER CURIAM.

Elias Contreras, a federal prisoner, seeks to appeal the district court’s order denying relief on his motion filed under 28 U.S.C. § 2255 (2000). An appeal may not be taken from the final order in a § 2255 proceeding unless a circuit justice or judge issues a certifícate of appealability. 28 U.S.C. § 2258(c)(1) (2000).