Bradenton woman sentenced for DUI

A 12th Circuit judge sentenced a Bradenton woman to 12 months probation for driving under the influence.

Kristen McVey, 21, pleaded no contest May 10 and was found guilty of DUI.

Twelfth Circuit Judge Douglas Henderson sentenced McVey to probation and ordered a six-month driver’s license suspension, 50 hours public service and the installation of an alcohol-detection ignition device in her vehicle.

Holmes Beach Police Department arrested McVey in December after she drove in a bike lane and nearly rear-ended another vehicle on Gulf Drive.

She must complete DUI school and serve on a victim impact panel, undergo a mental health examination and, if deemed necessary, treatment.

Fines and costs totaling more than $2,800 were assessed.