Mandatory stay-at-home orders from the governor may have some imagining roadblocks and officers pulling people over asking for proof showing that what they are doing is essential, but local law enforcement say they will not go that route.

Under the orders, residents who suspect someone is in violation should contact their local public health department, who can then refer it to the proper law enforcement channel, be it the Ouray County Sheriff’s Office, Ouray Police Department or Ridgway Marsha...