(1)
(a) As used in this section, "assault" means an offense under Section 76-5-102.
(b) Terms defined in Section 76-1-101.5 apply to this section.
(2) An actor commits assault by prisoner if the actor:
(a) is a prisoner; and
(b) intending to cause bodily injury, commits an assault.
(3) A violation of Subsection (2) is a third degree felony.