Cousins did not answer questions after the hearing but read a statement to the media following the verdict where he admitted to having a drug addiction.
"I would like to stress the fact that I am overcoming drug addiction, which is an ongoing process. Contrary to media reports, I am a lot further down the track in my rehabilitation than has been reported,." said Cousins.
"I'd like to apologise to the AFL, its players and supporters for the embarrassment my conduct has caused."
"I am bitterly disappointed that I cannot continue to play football but that's not to say I have given up hope of doing so in the future."