My question involves criminal law for the state of: Ohio
The other day at Walmart I was caught taking $115 worth of make up. My sister (20) talked me into it and I really regret it. The LP guy took me into the office but before we got there he said I wouldn't be in trouble as long as I didn't try to run. When we got into the office he took my id and wrote down my info and called the cops and had me call a parent. I'm 17 but will be 18 next month. He said because I'm a minor it shouldn't be on my permanent record. My record is clean and I've never been to court. I've never even been pulled over. I really regret doing it but I don't know what I'm supposed to expect. I was told I would have to go to court and pay a fine but I'm reading things saying I could go to jail!! Please help. What would most likely be my punishment? Can I be charged as an adult for this?? I can't afford a lawyer. Do I need one? What should I be prepared for? What if I turn 18 before I go to court?

