New Jersey Statutes Title 39. Motor Vehicles and Traffic Regulation 39 § 3-27.67

The Chief Administrator of the Motor Vehicle Commission shall, upon proper application therefor, issue Battleship U.S.S. New Jersey license plates for any motor vehicle owned or leased and registered in the State. In addition to the registration number and other markings of identification otherwise prescribed by law, the plate shall display a depiction of a battleship and wording which either recognizes the U.S.S. New Jersey's role in U.S. naval history or indicates support for the restoration, and maintenance of the U.S.S. New Jersey. The wording, design and color scheme of the plate shall be chosen by the chief administrator.