My question involves criminal law for the state of: TX
I was caught switching earrings on available in a multi-pack with ones available in single pairs. I purchased three single pairs after swapping. I took nothing else I didn't pay for.
I was stopped suspected of shoplifting, explained precisely what I did, and was issued a citation for theft under $50. I believe the total was in the area of $36 (the cost of three multi-packs) I was searched, (my wallet, pockets, shoes...) and had nothing on me as I didn't take anything I didn't pay for.
I may have incriminated myself in a blind, terrified effort to do the right thing by being honest about what I did. I understand this makes me an idiot for not shutting up.
After having admitted to what I did to the police officer is there any way out of this without it being a mark on my record? My record is clean other than one traffic ticket several years ago that I did traffic school for. I'm absolutely terrified, and will probably never buy earrings again, nevertheless do anything so stupid as what I did. I don't have money for a lawyer, although my parents might pay for it if I stood any change of finding a way out of this. I'm aware that fines, community service, etc are possible, and I've accepted that.

