You should try to pay bills you owe.
Dave got a much higher than usual electricity bill this month and can't afford to pay it.
Dave wants to avoid getting in trouble with the electricity company.
Dave borrows money from his family and makes a plan to get his finances under control.
Dave moves out of his apartment and moves in with a friend, hoping the electricity company won't track him down for such a small bill.
Dave maintains his electricity and puts himself in a better position to be able to pay the bills.
Dave gets tracked down and is given a much higher penalty with potential legal consequences.