New York Request for Custom Empire Plates — Disabled Registrant is a program that allows individuals with disabilities to acquire special license plates for their vehicles. The New York State Department of Motor Vehicles (NASDAQ) issues these plates for qualified motorists with disabilities. These plates are available in two types: Empire Gold and Empire White. The Empire Gold plates feature the word "Disabled" in gold letters along with the New York State seal, while the Empire White plates have the word "DISABLED" in white lettering with the New York State seal. The license plates are issued upon proof of disability, and they are valid for five years. The fee for the plates is waived for qualified applicants. The plates are available by submitting an application form to the NASDAQ.