Which of the following is an example of a tort? (A) A hit and run driver kills a pedestrian and is charged by the police - HSC - SSCE Legal Studies - Question 9 - 2001 - Paper 1

To determine which option is an example of a tort, we need to understand the definition of a tort. A tort is a civil wrong that causes harm or loss to another, leading to legal liability for the person who commits the tort.

• Option A: A hit and run driver killing a pedestrian is a criminal offense, not a tort, as it involves criminal charges rather than civil liability.
• Option B: A driver with a blood alcohol reading of 0.09 is charged with a criminal offense for drink driving, which again does not constitute a tort.
• Option C: A building supplier failing to deliver bricks can potentially lead to a breach of contract, but it doesn't inherently imply a tort without specifics on damages caused by the failure.
• Option D: A person falling into an uncovered trench and suing the Roads and Traffic Authority represents a clear case of negligence, which is a tort, as it involves harm caused by a failure to provide safe conditions for the public.

Thus, the correct answer is (D).