Today’s episode of General Hospital takes viewers inside a tough and emotional day for many characters. The story mainly follows Rocco’s court hearing, Sidwell’s growing interest in Ava, and Carly’s worries about Lucas. Here is the full recap in simple, easy-to-read language.
The Truth About Rocco’s Terrible Night Finally Comes Out
Rocco’s Court Hearing Begins

Rocco is having a very difficult day. He must go before a judge and talk about what happened the night things went wrong. Even now, the adults around him do not completely understand the truth.
Before the hearing, Lulu meets with Sonny. She wants to know how the kids even got the idea that Professor Dalton was doing secret animal experiments in his lab. She does not understand why they thought they would find proof there.
Sonny knows exactly where the idea came from. Gio and Emma were the ones who believed the story and told Rocco. But Sonny refuses to tell the judge or anyone else because Gio and Emma are adults. If Sonny speaks up, they could get into serious trouble. Rocco is only a minor, which means he will not face the same level of punishment.
Laura Must Choose Between Family and Politics
Laura arrives to be by Rocco’s side, but Dante warns her that staying at the courthouse may hurt her chances in the election. If she wants to win re-election, she needs to leave right away.
This puts Laura in a very hard position. She must decide what matters more: her campaign or her grandson who needs her support. Before she decides, Ric shows up. He is ready to help Rocco and make sure the boy does not end up with a criminal record. His arrival gives the family new hope.
Sidwell and Ava Grow Closer

Sidwell is dealing with many problems. Professor Dalton is becoming trouble for him, and Britt is also causing issues. But instead of handling these matters, Sidwell decides to focus on something much more pleasant.
He becomes very interested in Ava Jerome. Ava is charming and confident. She knows how to grab someone’s attention at just the right moment. Sidwell is drawn to her, and Ava seems to enjoy his company as well.
Since Ric is no longer in her life, Ava may be open to someone new. Sidwell is also extremely wealthy, and he owns the castle where Ava once lived. This makes their growing connection even more interesting.
Carly Confronts Lucas About His Decision

Carly has already been upset ever since Lucas moved out of her home and went to live with Ava. Now she learns something even more surprising. Lucas and Marco want to live together and take the next big step in their relationship.
Carly becomes worried when Lucas says they plan to move into Wyndemere. She believes that place is dangerous because Sidwell lives there. Carly does not trust Sidwell at all.
Lucas understands her concerns but thinks this chance could be good for him. He wants to take the step forward, even if Carly disagrees.
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