According to this Associated Press story, prosecutor Mike Nifong said in court today, regarding the accuser, "I haven't talked with her about the facts of that night. ... We're not at that stage yet." The night in question was March 13, over 7 months ago. Readers with experience in prosecuting rape cases are invited to comment on when "that stage" would normally be.

The AP also has this article on the election, which Mr. Nifong is favored to win.