When is it appropriate to make a locate transaction against the record of another agency?

Making a locate transaction against the record of another agency is appropriate when all conditions are met. This generally means that the necessary legal and procedural prerequisites have been satisfied, ensuring that such actions abide by the policies and regulations governing data sharing and privacy.

In practice, this typically includes ensuring that the request aligns with the purposes for which the data was originally collected, that there is a legitimate law enforcement need for the transaction, and that consent or authorization requirements, if applicable, are fulfilled. Accessing another agency's records is a sensitive action that demands adherence to specific protocols to protect individuals' rights and uphold the integrity of each agency's operations.

The context of a hit response, request from the agency, or closure of the original case might be relevant in different scenarios but do not encompass the comprehensive requirement of satisfying all stipulated conditions. Hence, acting solely on those situations without confirming all conditions may lead to breaches of protocol or misuse of data.