I would like some advice:

Yesterday I shoplifted an item on sale for $20-30 in the dressing room. I also purchased an item from that store with my debit card.

I'm feeling extremely guilty and just remorseful. I want to fix the situation.

How advisable is it to return the the store with the item and an appology note. I really want to avoid legal trouble, just get them their item, do my penance and work on rebuilding positive energy in my life.

Would a large chain clothing store in the mall press "catch me" for it as im returning the item?