ggbo951a

I only purchased a month ago and rode may be 6-7 times. Now it started seizing during my last Friday and i nearly fell to the side due to inability to steer. Initialy I though it was due to flat tire but i stopped and quickly steer handle side to side quickly to notice it is getting harder to steer. After about another 5-10mins of ride, it become so hard it is impossible to stear with making horrible screeching sound. I am maddened by the fact I purchased this only a month ago. This is probably my 5-6th in my lifetime, and never encountered new bike fail horribly like this.
This is purchased from indie shop quiite expensive than chain store but i guess i made mistake. I was wondering what are factory warranty for Marlin Trek bike? Do I have to ship? WIll shop support and perform fix during warranty time?