Ipad 3: Random Loss of Control (Screen Touches)

I usually consider myself smart enough to resolve issues through research and trial and error. This however is an issue that is beyond me. I recieved my iPad 3 on the 19th of March and have been using it since. Mostly for comic book readers, PDF files and games. Roughly 2 hours ago, the screen started registering random clicks and slides making control fo the device impossible. I hard resetted (Holding power/home method), restoring, and just regular soft power off. All of which seem to resolve the issue for a few minutes. After some online research, I learned that a quick lock/unlock will resolve it faster than full power cycling, but the issue still returns after a few minutes of use. This makes me reframe from opening apps that could make purchases randomly; since I have no idea when the issue will spark.
My question is; do I need to drive an hour to the closest Apple Store to have them resolve this issue or am I missing something? Any assistance would be appreciative as that sorta drive isn't a good idea for someone in my condition. I'd take it back to my local retailer, except it was purchased straight from the Apple Store. I'm not sure why it started all of a sudden, I did download a few apps today (ARCreader, Cloudviewer and Icomix Pro for Iphone), I'm going to be removing all but cloudreader as the others don't support the features I need. But none are running in the background so I can't see them causing the issue itself. Thank you for your time.
Side Note: I have an iPad 1st gen, with all the same applications installed and no issue, iOS 5.1 installed on both devices.

Try Barry's suggestion first.
If the Reset doesn't work, try a Restore. Note that it's nowhere near as quick as a Reset. It could take well over an hour! Connect via cable to the computer that you use for sync. From iTunes, select the iPad/iPod and then select the Summary tab. Follow the on-screen directions for Restore and be sure to say "yes" to the backup. You will be warned that all data (apps, music, movies, etc.) will be erased but, as the Restore finishes, you will be asked if you wish the contents of the backup to be copied to the iPad/iPod. Again, say "yes."
At the end of the basic Restore, you will be asked if you wish to sync the iPad/iPod. As before, say "yes." Note that that sync selection will disappear and the Restore will end if you do not respond within a reasonable time. If that happens, only the apps that are part of the IOS will appear on your device. Corrective action is simple - choose manual "Sync" from the bottom right of iTunes.
If you're unable to do the Restore (or it doesn't help), go into Recovery Mode per the instructions here. You WILL lose all of your data (game scores, etc,) but, for the most part, you can redownload apps and music without being charged again. Also, read this.

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least ten seconds, until the Apple logo appears.
- Reset all settings
Go to Settings > General > Reset and tap Reset All Settings.
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iOS: How to back up
- Restore to factory settings/new iOS device.
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