My question involves criminal law for the state of: california. yesterday i was caught shoplifting at a target. The police were not called even though i told security i was going to jail because this was my second time in less than 3 years being caught. He said don't worry you 'll just get a letter for reinbursment and released me. my question is .. can they still press criminal charges and authorities be notified? What can i do? I am widowed mother with four kids and i need help!!!!