I was warned by a peace officer recently for crossing a double yellow on Latigo Canyon. It's not something I do. Once in a blue moon, when I can see way ahead and I know its safe to exaggerate an apex, I might cross, but it just goes to show how important it is to keep your lane at all times. Head-on has very little forgiveness. I'm sorry to hear...
My sincerest condolences to his family and friends.