So far, I have had 3 accounts. 1 That was my main that I botted on, and managed to get to level 36, the second was another that I only managed to bot once, and didn't bother after. Both got banned, and I was reasonably pissed. I'm on to my third account now, currently sitting at level 22. I've been very careful so far, and done everything possible to avoid getting this one banned. But, to be completely honest... Why should we care at all if we get banned? If I do end up getting banned again, I'll create another account, and then another and another. I don't care how many I create, because I enjoy tinkering around with the game and seeing what I can do. If Niantic want to waste their time deleting a bunch of accounts (I understand its automatic), then that's fine with me. I'm not going to spend a single penny on this game, and I won't play legit until they actually take the time to properly fix the existing features, and add in what they have also promised. They need to actually prove that they are good company, and can keep players interested.
The botting community is amazing, and have made some amazing advancements and learned so much about the game. I'm glad that you guys exist, and I'm glad I could be part of it.