Must say I was surprised to see a thread like this. Will there be a ban? Yes, if the threshold for plagiarism is passed. The forum is consistent in punishment. Will it be permanent? No.
I believe that regardless of how you feel about Lauda and their judgement they have been a net positive to the forum. It's not a good look but they will still be welcomed as a member if the forum.
Unless I've missed something that is still the criteria. So likely a sig ban for a year and 30 day temp ban.
Yeah one or two of the examples do not look to good for Lauda.
I would imagine a 6 month to 2 year signature ban and maybe a 30 to 90 day real ban.
I don't believe in permaban
I do think signature bans are good.
I would prefer to see lauda post and have a signature ban. With the following statement my signature has been banned until (Jan 1 2021) or what ever date.
I actually prefer signature ban for most offenders.
It allows you to follow the person and new posts they make.