user: could you give me information about Empire Gold plates?[NEWLINE]agent: Yes, Empire Gold plates were released on April 1, 2020 and the DMV will no longer issue the Empire Blue and White plates.[NEWLINE][BOUNDARY][NEWLINE]user: What is the cost of exchanging a plate when registration is not due?[NEWLINE]agent: The cost of exchanging a plate before the due date is $3.75 additional fee.[NEWLINE][BOUNDARY][NEWLINE]user: Can I receive the same plate number if I request an Empire Gold plate?[NEWLINE]agent: Yes, you can get new Empire Gold plates and keep your number to your personalized plate when you renew your registration.[NEWLINE]agent: IDo you want Empire Gold plates but your current personalized plates are not up for renewal?[NEWLINE]user: No, not at this time.[NEWLINE][BOUNDARY][NEWLINE]user: Can i keep my current plates and not get Empire Gold plates when i am up for renewal?[NEWLINE]agent: You actually can keep your current plates or order the Empire Gold plates when up for renewal.[NEWLINE][BOUNDARY][NEWLINE]user: Is there a topic I can look up online?[NEWLINE]agent: Yes, you can look online under the topic Registration.[NEWLINE][BOUNDARY][NEWLINE]user: What should i do with my old plates when i get my new Empire Gold plates?