Replace plates and get new plate number If you want the next available standard plate number free of charge, please email us at dmv.sm.peelingplates@dmv.ny.gov. Include your plate number in the subject line, and the following information in the email name as it appears on the registration address (Please update your address prior to e-mailing your request, if not current) 1 city, state, ZIP daytime telephone number peeling plate number a photograph of the peeling plates must be submitted with this email A new registration/windshield sticker will be mailed along with the new license plates. *Important - once you submit your request through email, it is final and you cannot request changes.