If you pay your simple bill late, the following will happen: 1) You will be assessed a late payment fee of $35. 2) Your account may be closed. 3) If you have an active loan with the state government, your loan may be discharged if it is more than 30 days late. 4) If you have an account with a utility company, you may be charged an early termination fee. 5) Your credit score may be lowered. 6) You may have to pay fines and fees. 7) If you are caught breaking any of the state’s payment laws, your license could be suspended or revoked. 8) In some cases, your bank account could also be closed and you would not be able to open another one for a period of time.