It was several years ago, but I used to work at CVS. There's a policy that doesn't allow shoplifters to be pursued beyond the doors of the store. I would probably stay away from that store, but I don't believe there's any reason to worry that law enforcement is gonna come knocking at your door. So, steer clear and never do that again! I stupidly stole some diet pills from Walmart when I was 18 in a state that doesn't expunge records. So, my desire to be skinny earned a permanent mark on my criminal background. Resoundingly not worth it. Don't be like me!

Nah, they would not put such effort for oreos. But on another note, you could simply go to the cashier and say that you are falling short of 25 cents and really hungry, most likely they will waive off - some people wont, but just accept that and move on.