Wanna know why?
Because it doesn't matter, everyone has been young and stole something (unless you're some goody 2 shoed rat ofc). It's not a major thing, not even when it's a little flask of wine.
No, when it comes to right and wrong, you can't just construct your own gray area. Well, you can, but it likely won't work out for you. There's a reason stealing is illegal, and I'm pretty sure a law doesn't give two craps about how "minor" it was, it's still a crime. This does not mean I don't believe in different levels of punishment, but I do believe any and all stealing should be punished in some form.
Also, I never suggested anyone get arrested, lol. For something like that, punishment should be in the hands of the parents. There was no property damage, no B&E - so yes, the punishment should be taken care of by the parents. I hope they wouldn't report something like that to the police.
Anyway, I've stated my position. I'm just gonna watch from now on. ;)
@OP: Please, before you post something like this on the BLF again, realize that this sort of thing almost always ends up in a huge never ending debate.