After numerous alleged violations by LaFontaine Chevrolet Buick GMC of St. Clair, Inc., the Michigan Department of State has suspended the dealership’s license to sell vehicles.

The business is located at 3050 King Road in China Township. A representative for LaFontaine Automotive Group declined a request for comment when reached by phone Tuesday, Nov. 4.

According to a news release issued Tuesday by the department, the suspension was ordered for “imminent harm to the public” following an investigation that found the dealership repeatedly sold used vehicles as new, in violation of the Michigan Vehicle Code.

State officials said LaFontaine was already on probation under a previous penalty agreement when MDOS regulatory staff allegedly discovered more than two dozen new violations during

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