Morning Ladies and Gents

Just a quick one regarding travel to the US I know other people have asked similar questions and I have read through various articles relating to entry to the US with a criminal record. but I would just like to state my personal circumstances and ask whether from previous experience from others whether I would be granted a visa or not. I have been to the states before namely Las Vegas in 2012 but since then I have managed to get myself in a **** situation and landed myself with 2x convictions 1. Making off without payment 2. Attempt theft

for the making off without payment I received a community order
for the attempt theft I received a 15 month custodial sentence (however only served 4 months) this was very harsh due to my previous good character however I was in a role with a position of trust therefore I had the book thrown at me. everything is clear now although I have to wait 4 years for the convictions to be spent. although I know this does not apply to the US. I have since got a job working in the NHS and Have 2 children Im doing very well for myself.

It was one of those moments in life where I went through a rough patch and messed up. there is no excuses I done the time and its all in the past, and I will not be re offending. however the US Embassy will not see it this way im sure.

people have said US Embassy have no access to UK police systems etc and just to apply under the VWP which I have done before however I really don't want to be getting myself into more grief and potentially another conviction on the list.

Do I have to just accept that I wont be eligible to get into the US for the rest of my life? or do I generally stand a chance

someone please help

thanks