Okay, since April 1, 2010, DMV has issued Empire Gold vehicle license plates. DMV no longer issues Empire Blue and White plates.
can I get the gold ones if mine were stolen or do you give me the same ones I had?
You will get Empire Gold plates when you apply to replace plates that were stolen
Do I take in my white plates when I get the gold plates?
Don't return your old plates to the DMV. You should recycle your old plates based on local guidelines.
If I had custom plates can I keep the number the same when I get the gold plates?
Yes, you can get the Gold plates and keep your personalized plate number when you renew your registration.
Will it be a while before you have to renew your registration?
yes
You can still order Empire gold plates online or at a DMV office to replace your current personalized plates . There will be an additional $3.75 plate exchange transaction fee to order Empire Gold plates when there is not a registration renewal.
what is the fee for the plates on top of the 3.75?