My question involves criminal law for the state of: NJ
I am 22 years old and about to go to medical school... I am unbelievably disappointed with myself and completely ashamed. I shoplifted around $70 worth of food from a grocery store and was detained, where I was fingerprinted and had my pictures taken. Before I was taken I spoke with the store manager, and explained why I did it. To give context, I have an eating disorder and often binge on large amounts of junk food. I know that what I did was a horrible thing to do, and I am not trying to justify my actions, but the eating disorder developed from being under stress from parents' expectations. This obviously later developed into worse habits, like theft of food in order to fuel my eating disorder. Both the police and the store manager were extremely kind and understanding and I know why I was taken to the station and given a court summon. I am extremely certain that I will NOT commit any further crimes... I am so, so, so disgusted with myself.
I am currently living with my parents but absolutely cannot let them know what has happened, nor do I have the money to hire a lawyer. The police told me "not to worry" and that I would just "get a fine" at court, but I am still concerned about my future as a medical student.
1. Should I plea "guilty" or "no contest"?
2. Will I have to report this to medical schools? Furthermore, will this affect my ability to be a practicing doctor?
I am very scared about my future... any help would be appreciated.

