Firearms transport on ATV/OHV

[KS63]

If this is in the wrong section, please move. First and foremost I am not a hunter, haven't taken a Hunters Ed. class and I have called Parks and Wildlife for an answer on this. I've also read guidelines on their website. The regs state that rifle needs to be in a closed case, empty chamber and magazine. This sounds like its referring to a bolt action as to the empty magazine. What about an AR platform rifle and magazine? Can I have a topped off mag in the case? Just want to hear what those with experience have to say. Been trying to contact P&W Legal Dept. Officer for clarification. Thanks guys.

Added: We are just morning around the trails sightseeing for future camping locations. The AR is for protection only. Don't plan on taking it out of the Pelican case. I have my CCW also.