The state’s been saving on postage and instead racking up millions more in late fees.

That’s the story from the Secretary of State’s office on effects of not mailing out license plate renewal notices. The total is more than twice what it was last year at this time.

The Belleville News Democrat reports the state has collected $9.5 million in late fees compared to $4.3 million at the same time last year.

If you want a reminder you can still get one – by email. The sign up is on the secretary of states website.