No, I don't. The law says they're entitled to a copy of the journal entry and no exceptions are stated. (Have you looked up the actual law on this topic? See below for all that's written on the subject.) It's theoretically possible that the reason for the request of the journal entry is to see that proper ID was provided, e.g. if the notarization is being challenged and the request is from an attorney. Regardless, IMO it's not up to us to second guess if any info should be redacted or not - except for any unrelated info on that page in other journal entries. I'd include in the exceptions other notarizations for the same person, because one of the requirements is the name/description of the document notarized. This, however, is just how I interpret what CA notary law says:
§ 8206. "(c) Upon written request of any member of the public, which request shall include the name
of the parties, the type of document, and the month and year in which notarized, the notary
shall supply a photostatic copy of the line item representing the requested transaction at a cost
of not more than thirty cents ($0.30) per page."
Is there something about the person/entity making the request that makes you question whether or not ID info should be redacted? Ultimately, it's your decision. I just recommend being able to justify whatever reason you use to support your decision.
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