Thanks for taking the time to hear me out everyone, I really appreciate all the help I can get here-

I got caught shoplifting yesterday at a Discount Drugmart in Ohio. I started off with lies to the security guard about where the item had come from and eventually just told him I did it. He made me sign a paper saying I had tried to steal it and wrote out a notice that I wouldn't be able to come back to the store for 3 years.

The security guard told me that their store headquarters was in control of it now, and that I should expect a bill from them in the mail.

The police were then called and they came in looked at the paperwork, ad escorted me out of the building. They didnt say much to me, but I seem to remember something about how I may get something in the mail soon.

This is my first offense of any kind, I dont even have a speeding ticket on my record. Im 18 years old and the item totaled just under $5.

Im scared to death! What do I do, what do I expect here? Im so ashamed and dont want anyone to find out about this. Can I still go to jail or will I likely have to go to court? Civil or criminal case?

Also, how long can they take with this process, I cant wait much longer, this happened yesterday and I dont know how long to expect to wait for my punishments-

Any help would be much appreciated- Thanks ahead of time!