To answer your question, Janet -- regarding " ... shouldn't stamp over any verbiage ... ":
From CA Notary Handbook, Notary Public Stamp, page 7 (close to mid-page), 4th paragraph: "Many documents that are acknowledged may later be recorded. A document may not be accepted by the recorder if the notary public seal is illegible. Notaries public are cautioned to make sure that the notary public stamp leaves a clear impression. All the elements must be discernible. <<The seal should not be placed over signatures or over any printed matter on the document.>> An illegible or improperly placed seal may result in rejection of the document for recordation and result in inconveniences and extra expenses for all those involved." (emphasis added by me)
Agree with Janet, if stamp does not fit on page, I attach an loose APA or Jurat.
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