I am a student with f1 visa in Oregon. I was really depressed recently and wondered to another nearby city on Sunday. I was carrying $400 DVDs walking out of Costco when the store security stopped me at the door. I didn't know why I did it, but I felt really numb for what happened before the police was called. I had no any other previous record, so the policy did not arrest me but gave me a citation. I am working with a lawyer who said he dealt with a similar case before that resulted in a dismissal. I guess this is my best chance. Right now, I am seeing a therapist to deal with my depression. And my lawyer told me that he will contact with Costco and try to get them drop the charge. But he can not promise anything. The lawyer and I went to the court, get an option for plea guilty of misdemeanor with fine and court fee. I don't remember if there is a community service or pending jail sentence. My lawyer said there is also chance for reduce to plea guilty for violation.
My question is if I get dismissal, how this will affect me if I leave and apply for a new f1 visa. and what will happen when I re-enter US at the airport. Will I be rejected for the visa or the entry? I am graduating in a year. How would this affect my future job in the US and h1 visa? Is there anything that I can do? or just wait until my lawyer tells me what to do? If Costco doesn't drop the charge, what's the next best option for me considering my status? What will happen to me when I re-enter the country, apply for GC or even CZ?
I cannot even sleep after what has happened, and feel even depressed more.

