While I am against too much government interference in one's personal life in general, I don't see a problem here. Why would this be scary in your opinion?

Here are other penalties (not including criminal and capias warrants that would be issued)

• Driver's license suspension, revocation of driving privileges
• Denial of government benefits
• Denial of tax refund
• Revocation of passport - or change to immigration status
• Garnishment of wages (this includes unemployment)
• Liens on real property
• Denial or revocation of boating or hunting licenses
• Adverse impact on credit score