My question involves criminal law for the state of: Massachussetts, MA
I got caught for shoplifting merchandise worth $40 from Filene's basement, I was outside store when a security guard stopped me and took me back. He asked me sign some paper I was vary scared and told him that I am very sorry and will never do it again. I signed some papers and he took a photo of me and asked me not to go to any Filene's basement ever or I will be arrested. He didn't called the cops and gave me a civil demand notice paper. He told me that I will probably not get any civil demand notice because worth of items are under $100 and said that I can call the civil demand office if I have any questions.
I read on the internet that some people got up to $350 fine even though they were caught shoplifting stuff under $100.
Will I also get some kind of notice to pay fine? Can I request to reduce the amount of fine. I am a student and its hard for me to pay fine.
How long it takes to get notice?
Since police was not involved is there still a chance that this thing will go on my record?
I don't want anyone from my home to know about this incident, Is it possible that they will come to know about this?
This is first time I got caught and definitely I will never do it again. I am very sorry and ashamed of what I did. I am not able to sleep, eat or talk to anyone. Please advice me what should I do?
Can someone plzz reply me... I am not able to do anything... and can't stop blaming myself for doing such a stupid thing.... Please help...![]()

